Assoc Specialist, Materials Planning

Job Responsibilities

Develop and maintain production schedules based on demand forecasts, inventory levels, and capacity constraints to ensure the timely completion of orders.

Coordinate with various departments, including production, procurement, and logistics, to allocate resources such as labor, equipment, materials, and facilities effectively.

Monitor production capacity and identify potential bottlenecks or constraints. Make recommendations to management for adjustments or improvements to enhance overall production efficiency.

Evaluate and prioritize orders based on customer requirements, production capacity, and inventory levels. Make real-time adjustments to schedule to accommodate urgent orders or unforeseen changes.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to communicate schedule changes, production delays, and potential issues that could impact delivery timelines. Ensure all stakeholders are well-informed about production progress.

Utilize production data and performance metrics to analyze trends, identify patterns, and propose strategies for continuous improvement in production processes and scheduling accuracy.

Work closely with inventory teams to monitor stock levels, initiate replenishment orders, and minimize excess or obsolete inventory through effective scheduling.

Utilize enterprise resource planning (ERP) or material requirements planning (MRP) systems to input and update production schedules, ensuring accuracy and synchronization with other organizational processes.

Participate in process improvement initiatives, providing insights and recommendations for optimizing production schedules, reducing lead times, and enhancing overall operational efficiency.

Collaborate with sales and demand forecasting teams to align production schedules with accurate demand predictions, reducing the risk of overproduction or stockouts.

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