Production Planning Manager

We are working with a multi-site manufacturer that is seeking a Production Planning Manager to lead production planning and inventory strategy across multiple manufacturing facilities. This is a highly visible role that partners closely with operations, procurement, customer demand planning, and executive leadership to ensure efficient production schedules, inventory optimization, and on-time delivery performance.

This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on planning processes, operational performance, and future ERP implementation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead production planning activities across multiple manufacturing facilities
• Manage inventory levels, raw material planning, and production schedules
• Balance customer demand, manufacturing capacity, and inventory objectives
• Partner closely with procurement, operations, and supply chain teams
• Drive process improvements and planning efficiencies across the organization
• Establish a strong presence within plant operations through regular site visits

Required

• 5+ years of manufacturing production planning experience
• Experience managing inventory, raw materials, and end-to-end production planning
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations and supply chain processes
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally with multiple departments and facilities
• Experience managing large SKU counts and complex manufacturing environments

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on planning professional who enjoys working closely with manufacturing operations and wants to make a meaningful impact across a growing organization.