Master Scheduler - Walker Area

Job Description:

Master Scheduler | Walker, MI

Salary Range: $75,000 - $109,000 depending on experience

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for excelling in master scheduler? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Walker seeking experienced Master Schedulers to drive results.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We are collaborating with multiple companies in Walker seeking experienced Master Schedulers. These organizations value long-term fit and are looking for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the master production schedule, considering capacity constraints and material availability.
• Collaborate with sales, production, and supply chain to ensure alignment on production plans and customer demand.
• Monitor inventory levels of finished goods and raw materials, adjusting schedules to prevent stockouts or overstock.
• Utilize ERP/MRP systems to optimize scheduling and track production progress against the plan.
• Identify and resolve scheduling conflicts, communicating potential delays and mitigation strategies to stakeholders.
• Analyze production performance and schedule adherence, implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
• Forecast future production needs based on sales forecasts, historical data, and market trends.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in production planning, master scheduling, or a similar role within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven expertise with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Dynamics AX) and advanced planning and scheduling (APS) software.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make data-driven decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with various departments.
• APICS CSCP or CPIM certification preferred.

Bonus Qualifications

• Additional certifications or training

Job Titles That Should Apply

Production Scheduler, Supply Chain Planner, Inventory Control Specialist, Master Production Scheduler, Demand Planner, Materials Planner, Operations Scheduler, Production Planner, Logistics Planner, Supply Chain Analyst

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic-they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters:
Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https:// The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search-market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.

Required Skills:

• Resume

• Data

• Offers

• Dynamics

• Inventory

• Production Planning

• Supply Chain

• Access

• Support

• Mitigation

• Operations

• Raw Materials

• Logistics

• ERP

• Salary

• Hiring

• Partnerships

• Inventory Control

• Recruiting

• Demand

• Compensation

• Supply

• Supply Chain Management

• Analytical Skills

• Continuous Improvement

• Availability

• SAP

• Manufacturing

• Interpersonal Skills

• Oracle

• Materials

• Administration

• Scheduling

• Preparation

• Software

• Planning

• Business

• Training

• Sales

• Communication

• Management

Salary Package:

$ 75,000. (US Dollar)