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CoorsTek

Production Planning Manager

Hillsboro, OR

Job Title Production Planning Manager The Production Planning Manager is responsible for leading the end-to-end supply planning function for the Hillsboro manufacturing facility. In this role you ...

AmerCareRoyal

Production Planning Manager

Westfield, MA · On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

The Production Planning Manager is responsible for planning within the local production facility including production planning, purchasing, and inventory planning. This role serves as the primary ...

Warren Oil

Production Planning Manager

Dunn, NC

Reporting to the VP Supply Chain, the Production Planning Manager will be responsible for coordinating and expediting the flow of work and materials within or between departments of an establishment ...

Philips

Production Planning Manager

Reedsville, PA · On-site

$114K - $152K/yr

Job Title Production Planning Manager Production Planning Manager: Leads the production planning and master scheduling function to ensure reliable product availability, regulatory-compliant execution ...

Philips

Production Planning Manager

Reedsville, PA · On-site

$114K - $152K/yr

Job TitleProduction Planning Manager Production Planning Manager: Leads the production planning and master scheduling function to ensure reliable product availability, regulatorycompliant execution ...

TUUCI

Production Planning Manager

Hialeah, FL · On-site

Position Summary The Production Planning Manager / Master Scheduler is responsible for developing and executing comprehensive production schedules that align customer demand, inventory objectives ...

Tuuci

Production Planning Manager

Hialeah, FL · On-site

Position Summary The Production Planning Manager / Master Scheduler is responsible for developing and executing comprehensive production schedules that align customer demand, inventory objectives ...

Tuuci

Production Planning Manager

Hialeah, FL · On-site

Position Summary The Production Planning Manager / Master Scheduler is responsible for developing and executing comprehensive production schedules that align customer demand, inventory objectives ...

TUUCI

Production Planning Manager

Hialeah, FL

Position Summary The Production Planning Manager / Master Scheduler is responsible for developing and executing comprehensive production schedules that align customer demand, inventory objectives ...

nVent

Production Planning Manager

Blaine, MN · On-site

$105K - $195K/yr

The Production Planning Manager is a strategic leadership role responsible for elevating the production planning function at nVent's Blaine site. This leader will strengthen cross-functional ...

INNIO

Production Planning Manager

Waller, TX · On-site

The Production Planning Manager will oversee and optimize production scheduling, forecasting, and manufacturing coordination. This role will be responsible for ensuring customer commitments are met ...

nVent

Production Planning Manager

Blaine, MN · On-site

$105K - $195K/yr

The Production Planning Manager is a strategic leadership role responsible for elevating the production planning function at nVent's Blaine site. This leader will strengthen cross-functional ...

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How much do production planning manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for production planning manager in the United States is $95,888.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $82,000.00 and $111,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Production Planning Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Production Planning Manager, you need expertise in supply chain management, production scheduling, inventory control, and a relevant bachelor's degree, often in engineering, business, or operations. Familiarity with ERP systems (like SAP), production planning software, and relevant certifications such as CPIM are typically required. Strong analytical thinking, leadership, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication set outstanding professionals apart in this role. These skills and qualifications are essential for optimizing production efficiency, minimizing costs, and ensuring smooth operations in a manufacturing environment.

What does a Production Planning Manager do?

A Production Planning Manager is responsible for overseeing the scheduling, coordination, and optimization of manufacturing processes to ensure products are produced efficiently, on time, and within budget. They develop production schedules, manage inventory levels, and collaborate with various departments such as procurement, logistics, and quality assurance. Their role is crucial in balancing supply and demand, minimizing production costs, and ensuring customer satisfaction by meeting delivery deadlines.

How does a Production Planning Manager typically collaborate with other departments to ensure on-time delivery of products?

A Production Planning Manager regularly works closely with procurement, manufacturing, sales, and logistics teams to synchronize schedules and resource availability. This collaboration helps to identify and address potential bottlenecks, adjust production plans in response to changes in demand or supply, and ensure that materials and finished goods move efficiently through the supply chain. Effective communication and cross-functional meetings are key to aligning priorities and maintaining on-time delivery, while also minimizing costs and inventory levels.
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Production Planning Manager

Careers - AmerCareRoyal

Westfield, MA

Other

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

Unbox Your Potential: Our customers see us as the industry Leader for trusted, high quality food service essentials and supply chain solutions - and our employees see the value in what they do each day. We offer a culture supported by integrity, growth, relationships, and excellence. We're looking for a Production Planning Manager - are you ready to explore your career with us?

The Production Planning Manager is responsible for planning within the local production facility including production planning, purchasing, and inventory planning. This role serves as the primary site-level owner of short and midterm planning, ensuring alignment between customer demand, available capacity, material supply, and operational constraints.

Reporting directly to the Director of Operations, the Production Planning Manager works closely with the Master Planning Manager (dotted line) to align site plans with network level supply, capacity, and demand strategies. This role is critical in balancing service, inventory, and asset utilization while driving schedule discipline and continuous improvement across the plant.

How you'll make an impact in this role:

Master Production Scheduling & Execution

  • Accountable for activities related to production schedule for the plant across short- and mid-term horizons (daily, weekly, monthly).
  • Ensures alignment of demand signals, forecasts, and customer requirements into feasible production schedules that balance capacity, labor, and material availability.
  • Monitor schedule adherence and proactively resolve issues related to capacity constraints, material shortages, or operational disruptions.
  • Lead daily and weekly scheduling reviews to ensure alignment across production, purchasing, and operations.

Supply, Capacity & Demand Alignment

  • Partner with the Corporate Master Planning Manager to align site level- plans with network supply, capacity, and demand strategies.
  • Identify capacity risks, bottlenecks, or imbalances and develop mitigation plans in collaboration with plant leadership.
  • Support rough-cut and finite capacity planning activities, including scenario analysis for volume changes, new business, or mix shifts.
  • Ensure planning assumptions (lead times, lot sizes, cycle times, safety stock) are accurate and maintained in planning systems.

Team Leadership & Development

  • Lead and develop a small team responsible for production scheduling, purchasing, and planning activities.
  • Establish clear roles, priorities, and performance expectations for the team.
  • Coach and mentor team members to strengthen planning capability, analytical rigor, and cross-functional collaboration.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and data driven- decision making.

Purchasing & Material Coordination

  • Oversee purchasing and material planning activities to ensure raw materials and components support the production schedule.
  • Ensure timely procurement aligned with production requirements while managing inventory levels and working capital.
  • Coordinate closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve shortages, expedites, or supply disruptions.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Serve as the primary planning interface between manufacturing, supply chain, commercial, and corporate planning teams.
  • Support new business introductions, volume changes, and customer commitments by assessing capacity and scheduling feasibility.
  • Provide clear visibility and communication on schedule changes, risks, and trade-off's to plant and corporate leadership.

Performance Management & Continuous Improvement

  • Track and report key planning and execution of KPIs, including schedule adherence, service (OTIF), inventory, and capacity utilization.
  • Identify opportunities to improve planning processes, system usage, and schedule stability.
  • Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives related to planning, scheduling, and material flow.

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