Job Description Summary

Oversee both New Units production schedules and component line workflows to optimize business priorities across a complex organization. This role involves extensive problem-solving and deep analysis of key operational challenges, driving the development and execution of action plans to resolve systemic bottlenecks. Collaborate with Site Master Schedulers to prepare, issue, and control the Master Production Schedule (MPS) while facilitating the creation and sustainment of standardized tools to optimize flow. Impacts the fulfillment success of the value stream and key suppliers by driving improvements to tools and processes that support organizational performance.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

• Oversee and align New Units production schedules and component line workflows to optimize business priorities.
• Conduct deep analysis of key operational challenges and lead the development and execution of action plans to address them.
• Work with Material COE leaders to drive a robust problem-solving culture and framework across component lean lines.
• Collaborate with Site Master Schedulers to prepare, issue, and control the Master Production Schedule (MPS).
• Confirm shop load for all components manufactured within the Gas Value Stream to ensure alignment with production capabilities.
• Establish and drive a common set of Delivery KPIs, tools, and best practices to ensure accountability across all levels of the organization.
• Advise management on work-in-progress (WIP) status, material availability, and potential production risks to ensure necessary resources are provided.
• Cultivate a culture of rigor around planning and scheduling processes to exceed On-Time Delivery (OTD) targets and minimize overdue metrics.
• Drive scorecards, overdue reduction, and root-cause analysis (RCA) to identify short-term countermeasures and long-term systemic fixes.
• Facilitate positive communication rhythms with Site Leaders and Material Managers, aligning materials management strategies with overarching business goals.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with SIOP leaders, Inventory managers, Production Control, Strategic Sourcing, Product Management, Services, and Factory Materials Managers to achieve unified objectives.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college (or equivalent knowledge/experience).
• Experience: Significant professional experience in a manufacturing environment, including extensive materials or inventory management experience.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced experience in materials management, inventory control, and production scheduling. Ability to utilize ERP systems, Smartsheet, and Tableau for reporting and data analysis.
• Proven Track Record: Experience driving KPI performance, resolving production bottlenecks, and leading cross-functional teams to meet aggressive delivery goals.
• Language: English (Mandatory).
• Desired Characteristics
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials management disciplines.
• Strong business acumen and analytical ability.
• Proven ability to manage changing or conflicting priorities and resolve them appropriately.
• Ability to operate effectively within any organizational structure.
• Confident decision-maker with a passion for operational excellence.

Additional Information

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