Job Description
Job Description
Master Scheduler
Warren, MA
Contract to Hire
$32-48 an hour
POSITION DETAILS
The Senior Scheduler will be responsible for the coordination and communication of the Master Scheduling and SIOP process. The role will work closely with supply chain, sales, quality, operations and product management for each business to build and maintain a robust Master schedule, prepare, review and communicate shortages in a 30/90/91+ format maximizing the link between customer demand, manufacturing production, and material supply.
Principal Activities
Providing inputs to the forecast and master schedule within capacity constraints, and in support of the operating plan, to achieve on-time shipments to customers Review, prepare, and communicate shortages for tracking and completion date targets with Manufacturing, Production Planning, Supply Chain, Quality, and Manufacturing Engineering. Provide inputs and feedback to Management to drive updates of schedule attainment problems with Supply Chain from causes such as vendor shortages and customer changes. Provide inputs to Management to manage the schedule for various groups within the Division to ensure sequencing of OEM pump, OEM valve, aftermarket parts, and repairs Work with Production Management, Supply Chain Management, Sales Management and Site Leadership to update the master schedule and 30/90/91+ forecast to ensure the plan is tracking to the perpetual internal and external needs of market demand Support and expand on all opportunities to level load the plan to drive improvements in inventory, fulfillment, cycle time, capacity management and growth Utilize ERP system and other tools to manage material flow and work prioritization Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path. Schedule project timeliness and milestones using appropriate Provide strong interface between Supply Chain, Finance, Production and Site Leadership to reduce all costs and cycle times to determine line rates, including 30/90/91+ planning horizons
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge Skills & Abilities
Strong MRP and Projectized MRP skills and disciplines Strong knowledge of ERP Systems, preferably IFS ERP Apps 7 and higher Strong computer skills including the ability to prepare spreadsheets and use Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, Power Point and/or Access) to analyze data and trends. Previous experience with shortage generation/tracking, capacity planning, inventory management and procurement Excellent interpersonal communication and listening ability. A strong ability to be adaptable and flexible. Strong analytical and decision-making skills. Ability to work with teams and lead decision-making processes in a team environment. Highly motivated, results oriented, driven. Must demonstrate strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
Education & Experience:
Bachelor`s Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance or Management/Operations is required, Masters/MBA preferred or equivalent work experience5+ years progressive experience in Scheduling/Planning ERP Systems is mandatory, 5 years experience preferred.