Demand & Supply Chain Master Planner / Scheduler

About the role

Crafco, Inc. has an opening for a Demand & Supply Chain Master Planner/Scheduler at our corporate office in Phoenix, AZ.

Responsibilities

• Master Production Planning: Develop and maintain a Master Production Schedule (MPS) based on strategic stock plans, customer orders, and sales forecasts. Assign production to facilities based on location, cost considerations, and inventory/production levels to ensure efficient delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including Customer Support, Sales, Engineering, and production facilities, to align production capabilities, quality control standards, and delivery requirements.
• Work closely with the Plant Operations Manager to track and verify inventory accuracy, facilitating weekly updates on stock levels.
• Work with Engineering to verify Bill of Materials (BOM) accuracy, enhancing scheduling and cost management.
• Analyze production data, market trends, and forecasts to support proactive inventory planning and cost reduction strategies.
• Maintain and optimize production scheduling based on demand forecasts to maximize efficiency and minimize costs.
• Leverage ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and advanced planning tools for efficient supply chain management, with a particular focus on BOM accuracy and MRP reporting.
• Use Microsoft Excel and ERP software for detailed data analysis and reporting.
• Manage plant transfers of finished goods to ensure an adequate supply at facilities without direct production capabilities.
• Understand Bill of Materials (BOM) structures and the cost structure of finished goods, ensuring BOM accuracy before scheduling production within SAP.
• Apply Lean and/or Six Sigma methodologies to streamline the production schedule and improve inventory accuracy.
• Participate in Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) meetings to foster continuous improvement in supply chain processes and address potential bottlenecks.
• Prepare and distribute monthly production reports, summarizing production activities, inventory levels, and variances in demand.
• Develop additional reports for management and other internal stakeholders, supporting data-driven insights for supply chain improvements.
• Coordinate the submittal process for products requiring agency approvals, tracking requests and approvals to provide accurate ship dates for state-approved materials.

Qualifications and Experience

• BS or BA degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering or related field
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in demand planning, supply chain, and inventory management
• Minimum 3 years' experience with ERP systems (preferably SAP) and advanced planning tools
• Strong working knowledge and ability with Microsoft Office software applications
• Self-starter, good with time management, strong interpersonal communication and people skills
• Ability to prioritize and multitask effectively, and work responsibly with or without direct supervision, with exceptional attention to detail and quality
• Ability to work independently and/or collaboratively within a cross-functional team
• Familiarity with Lean and/or Six Sigma methodologies is preferred
• Basic understanding of accounting principles
• Willingness to travel as needed, with a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record

Benefits

The position offers a competitive salary with an excellent benefits package including Profit Sharing, Matching 401(k), Health, Life, Disability, Dental, Vision, Holiday, Personal, Sick Time, Maternity Leave, and more.