Job Description

We are looking for an Expert Master Production Scheduler to act as the single point of accountability for the Master Production Schedule (MPS) in a complex manufacturing environment.

This role goes beyond scheduling—it is a strategic orchestration position responsible for converting demand signals into a stable, capacity-feasible, and execution-ready plan across manufacturing, kitting, staging, and shipment.

You will play a critical role in balancing customer commitments, operational constraints, and material availability, while driving predictability, discipline, and continuous improvement across the end-to-end supply chain.

We offer:

• Career Development

• Competitive Compensation and Benefits

• Pay Transparency

• Global Opportunities Learn More Here: https://www.dematic.com/en-us/about/careers/what-we-offer/

Learn More Here: https://www.dematic.com/en-us/about/careers/what-we-offer/

Tasks and Qualifications:

Key Responsibilities

• Own the MPS: Define and manage the Master Production Schedule end-to-end (what & when), ensuring stability while enabling controlled changes.
• Plan with constraints: Convert demand into a capacity-feasible plan, anticipating bottlenecks and driving recovery actions.
• Align execution: Synchronize MPS with MRP, Purchasing, and Operations; lead weekly alignment on build, kit, and ship priorities.
• Drive priorities: Translate business needs into a clear must-build / must-ship plan and lead scenario-based decisions.
• Ensure data & systems excellence: Own planning master data and act as SAP power user to guarantee reliable execution.
• Own performance: Track KPIs (Schedule Adherence, OTIF, Plan Stability), lead root-cause analysis, and drive continuous improvement.

Key Deliverables

• Weekly/monthly MPS + exception management
• Capacity outlook with recovery plans
• Order release strategy (what / when / why)
• Clear priorities translated to shop-floor execution
• KPI dashboards with actionable insights

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or related.
• +8 years of experience in Master Scheduling, Production Planning, or Supply Planning within:
  • Discrete manufacturing
  • Complex assembly environments
• Advanced expertise in ERP systems (SAP PP/MM highly preferred)
• Strong analytical skills with advanced Excel / data-driven decision-making
• Proven experience operating in constraint-based planning environments (capacity + materials + demand)
• Demonstrated cross-functional leadership and stakeholder influence at senior levels
• English proficiency (written and verbal) in a global environment

Preferred Qualifications

• APICS / ASCM certification ( CPIM, CSCP) completed or in progress.
• Experience in:
  • Engineered-to-order (ETO)
  • Project-based manufacturing
  • High-mix / low-volume operations
• Strong track record in:
  • Planning governance implementation
  • Master data management discipline
  • Change management initiatives