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Are you a detail-oriented individual with a passion for production planning? Our client is looking for a Lead Production Scheduler to join their team in Stuarts Draft, VA, just a short drive from Charlottesville. In this role, you will be responsible for creating complex production schedules, utilizing SAP planning tools, and providing guidance to your colleagues. Key Duties Develop detailed production schedules in SAP, taking into account materials, equipment capacity, and operational constraints.
Collaborate with various teams to resolve scheduling conflicts and material shortages, while focusing on delivery timelines, inventory levels, and operational efficiency. Optimize production sequencing and capacity allocation using SAP PP/DS. Address any SAP planning issues by working with IT and the Center of Excellence, testing enhancements, and ensuring system accuracy. Maintain planning master data, including production schedules, shift calendars, capacity models, and Planned Independent Requirements.
Coordinate Stock Transfer Orders and provide insights on capacity assessments during S&OP meetings. Train team members on scheduling processes, document best practices, and strive for continual improvement in planning accuracy. Requirements Extensive experience in production planning and master scheduling within a manufacturing environment. Hands-on expertise in SAP S/4HANA Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling.
Prior experience as an SAP Super User or planning system expert. Understanding of SAP IBP integration and the ability to translate plans into detailed schedules. Proficiency in capacity scheduling, constraint-based planning, production sequencing, master data management, and exception handling. Capability to troubleshoot system issues, collaborate with various teams, and provide guidance to colleagues.
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, such as supply chain management, engineering, or business.