What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Planning Manager position at National Guard Employment Network?
The National Guard Employment Network is seeking a Production Planning Manager to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing and optimizing materials and production planning processes.
">About the Job
This position ensures the timely availability of materials, efficient production scheduling, and accurate management of work orders within the ERP system. By collaborating with cross-functional teams, the Planning & Work Order Coordinator helps improve production efficiency, minimize inventory costs, and align operations with overall business goals.
">- Adjust production schedules to accommodate changing priorities, holidays, environmental constraints, or unexpected disruptions.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), such as on-time delivery rates and inventory accuracy, to assess and improve scheduling effectiveness.
- Utilize MRP tools such as Oracle and Omega to generate and analyze production plans and material requirements.
- Maintain and update data in the ERP system, including dates and lead times, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
- Generate detailed reports and analyze data using tools like Power BI or Excel to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
- Evaluate and implement opportunities for process improvements in materials and production planning.
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- An Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field preferred.
- 2-5 years of experience in production planning, materials management, or a similar role in a manufacturing environment.
- Oracle, Omega) and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address planning and scheduling challenges.
- Experience with additional tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or SQL for reporting and analytics is preferred.
