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Downstream Planning Leader
Summary
Downstream Planning Leader
Position Summary
The Downstream Planning Leader is responsible for managing production scheduling, capacity planning, and downstream supply chain activities to ensure on-time delivery, efficient product flow, and optimal plant performance. This role coordinates cross-functional teams, drives continuous improvement initiatives, and supports lead-time reduction through effective planning and execution of the Master Production Plan (MPP).
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the Master Production Plan (MPP) to align customer demand, capacity, and production priorities.
- Monitor production flow, schedule attainment, and downstream supply chain performance.
- Analyze capacity, workload, inventory, and operational metrics to identify risks and improvement opportunities.
- Lead value stream mapping and lead-time reduction initiatives.
- Collaborate with manufacturing, logistics, quality, and customer service teams to resolve operational challenges.
- Drive continuous improvement efforts to enhance efficiency, service levels, and plant performance.
- Provide functional leadership, guidance, and support on planning processes and best practices.
- Support inventory optimization initiatives while balancing customer service, capacity, and manufacturing constraints.
- Influence cross-functional stakeholders and drive improvements to planning processes and operational performance without direct authority.
Experience Requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
- Experience in production planning, scheduling, supply chain, or manufacturing operations.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems, preferably SAP, and advanced Excel, including experience in forecasting, production planning, inventory management, and capacity planning. Experience with Kinaxis Maestro is a plus.
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and continuous improvement methodologies preferred.
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