Master Production Schedule Planner

Your Role

The Master Production Schedule (MPS) Planner is responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing the master production schedule that ensures the right products are produced at the right time to meet customer demand while optimizing capacity, inventory, and cost. This role serves as the key connection between Supply Planning, Operations, Procurement, and Logistics, leveraging data and cross‑functional communication to translate forecast and demand signals into executable production plans across Vital Farms' manufacturing network.

This role is based on site in our production facility in Seymour, IN. Occasional travel for company and vendor meetings is required.

• Develop and maintain the master production schedule in alignment with the demand plan and inventory targets.
• Translate demand and supply plans into executable weekly and daily production schedules across multiple facilities.
• Collaborate with Operations, Procurement, and Transportation to balance capacity, material availability, and labor constraints.
• Use ERP system (D365 preferred) and planning tools to drive data accuracy, ensure schedule adherence, and report variances.
• Maintain accurate system parameters (lead times, batch sizes, yield assumptions, etc.) to support scheduling efficiency.

• Partner closely with Demand Planning and Supply Chain teams to ensure forecast changes are reflected in production schedules.
• Serve as the key liaison between Supply Chain Planning and Operations to communicate production priorities and adjustments.
• Support Sales and Customer Service by proactively identifying and resolving potential supply constraints or service risks.
• Participate in Integrated Business Planning (IBP) / S&OP meetings to provide visibility into production readiness and capacity.

• Track and report key performance indicators (schedule adherence, utilization, attainment, etc.).
• Identify opportunities to optimize scheduling efficiency, reduce waste, and improve overall supply reliability.
• Partner with the Digital Transformation and Operations teams to enhance planning tools and systems (D365, Power BI, etc.).
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to planning accuracy, process automation, and data integrity.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations Management, or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in production planning, supply planning, or scheduling—preferably within a CPG or food manufacturing environment.
• Ideal candidate is ideally located within an hour commute of Seymour, Indiana.
• Strong understanding of MPS/MRP principles and supply chain planning processes.
• Experience with ERP systems (Microsoft D365 preferred) and advanced Excel or planning tools.
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and communicate effectively across cross‑functional teams.
• Analytical mindset with high attention to detail and problem‑solving skills.
• Travel up to 50% for first 9 months to Springfield, MO facility, adjust to 10‑20% after 9 months to visit suppliers, company facilities and team meetings.
• Tech‑savvy mindset with a continuous improvement approach to systems and processes.
• You’re no hero—you know the power of teamwork and celebrate the work of others before your own.
• You give a sh
  * t—you believe in acting like an owner and making Vital Farms a place to be proud of.
• You raise the standards—you know growth can be hard, but you strive to improve yourself and others each day.
• You can walk in someone else’s boots—you seek to understand other’s viewpoints and think that you get better answers by sitting on the same side of the table.
• You don’t walk on eggshells—you’re not afraid to leave the bullsh
  * t behind and have honest conversations.
• We recognize that talent comes in many forms. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may have strengths we haven’t yet considered!

• A fast‑paced, energetic, remote environment with passionate people who are leading a movement to bring ethically produced food to the table.
• Competitive pay and benefits…