Master Scheduler

Location: Hybrid - Bourbon, Mo. (1 Day WFH)

• Develop, publish, and maintain the Master Production Schedule (MPS) in alignment with forecast, demand, capacity, and business priorities.
• Optimize planning parameters such as lead times, safety stock, and planning horizons.
• Use tools like Microsoft Project and Net Suite (or equivalent ERP/MRP systems) to manage complex, multi-line production schedules.

• Translate demand forecasts into actionable production plans by evaluating labor, equipment, and material availability.
• Identify and resolve capacity constraints and material shortages before they impact production.
• Lead planning efforts for new product introductions and engineering changes, ensuring production readiness.
• Serve as the primary SIOP driver, leading capacity planning and scheduling management efforts.
• Oversee site-level inventory management to ensure alignment with production plans.

• Partner with Sales, Customer Service, Demand Planning, Procurement, and Inventory Control teams to align on priorities and execute efficient plans.
• Partner closely with front-end (Sales/Customer Service) demand manager to deploy, and continually improve, a best-in-class SIOP capability across all production domestic and international.
• Communicate production schedules, risks, and changes clearly across departments to ensure alignment.
• Coordinate multi-plant material transfers and support inventory reduction initiatives and turns goals.

• Lead and develop 1–2 direct reports responsible for executing and maintaining scheduling activities.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and cross-functional collaboration within the team.

• Track scheduling KPIs including adherence, throughput, and capacity utilization.
• Monitor slow-moving or obsolete inventory and work with stakeholders on resolution plans.
• Support and drive lean/continuous improvement rigor via manufacturing, kanban, and operational excellence initiatives across the scheduling/production planning function.

• Quantifiable improvement trends for production KPIs related to deployment of SIOP and other direct initiatives driven by the master scheduler function.

• 5-8 years of production or supply chain planning experience in a manufacturing environment, including 1–2 years in a master scheduling or senior-level planning role.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or related field.
• APICS CPIM or CSCP certification preferred.
• Experience with lean manufacturing, kanban, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (Net Suite or equivalent preferred).
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel; familiarity with Smartsheet, Tableau, or similar tools is a plus.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to influence and collaborate across departments.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities and adjust quickly to change.

• Free Hats
• 401K with company match
• Health care (medical, dental, vision)
• Employee Assistance Program
• PTO (vacation, personal days, 9 company holidays)
• Opportunities for continuing education
• Employee product discounts

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