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We are looking for a motivated, analytical, and customer-focused Finished Goods Planner/Scheduler to join the USCA Powder Supply Chain team at our Strongsville, Ohio manufacturing facility.
As the Finished Goods Planner, you will balance customer demand, production capacity, inventory strategy, and operational constraints to develop an executable production plan that delivers outstanding customer service while optimizing inventory and manufacturing efficiency.
You will report to the Supply Chain Manager and will be based onsite at the Strongsville, Ohio. PPG's work arrangement is a Flexible Friday model designed to accelerate collaboration and career development. Teams work together on-site Monday through Thursday, with the opportunity to work remotely on Fridays.
Responsibilities:

• Maintain production schedules that balance customer demand, inventory, capacity, and operational priorities while managing schedule changes and production priorities.
• Monitor and improve finished goods inventory by analyzing demand, production output, and supply risks to meet customer service and working capital objectives.
• Be the primary Supply Chain contact for Customer Service, communicating order status, production schedules, delays, recovery plans, and priority requests.
• Collaborate with Operations, Technical, Demand Planning, and Raw Material Planning to support product launches, transfers, phase-outs, and overall supply chain execution.
• Drive continuous improvement by enhancing planning and inventory processes, supporting Integrated Business Planning (IBP) initiatives, using data to improve performance, and participating in root cause analysis and corrective actions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Operations Management, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in Supply Chain Planning, Scheduling, Procurement, Manufacturing, or related operations.
• Working knowledge of ERP planning systems (Oracle, SAP, etc.).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency.

How we work: At PPG, we bring teams together to accelerate collaboration and career development, with in-person work Monday through Thursday and the opportunity to work remotely on Flexible Fridays. Schedules may vary by location.
About us:
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PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.
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PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.
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