Planning and Scheduling Specialist

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This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US. 

Your Role:

As a Planning and Scheduling Specialist in Sheboygan, WI, will be responsible for reviewing demand plans at a global and local level, including adjusting forecast and safety stock parameters and works with the sales group to incorporate customer demands into the planning systems. Job duties include: 

• Build operational schedules based on throughput, customer service, and all other company and/or departmental goals
• Work closely with project managers, sales, marketing, and other production/purchasing planners to maintain and monitor the Planning and Scheduling of your area in SAP and related planning system to ensure scheduled are optimized to achieve corporate business objectives
• Facilitate process improvement initiatives to improve customer service, increase productivity, eliminate waste, and streamline processes in production
• Analyze planned orders, requirements, and system designs for global supply chain impact, and convert planned orders to production process orders as necessary
• Develop SAP generated reports various performance measures to identify opportunities for refinement of strategies, process improvement, and testing
• Work with global planning teams as needed to ensure planning designs and requirements are coordinated across the entire supply chain
• Analyze inventory and forecast status to enhance customer service, and evaluate, test, recommend, and implement changes to improve service, cycle time, throughput, and inventory levels.
• Maintain and audit key SAP planning master data, including, lot size, lead time, MRP controllers, special procurement keys, schedule margin key and purchasing type
• Develop excellent understanding of complex processes from beginning to end and all steps in detail to perform trouble shooting and process improvement successfully

Who You Are:

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2+ years of experience in Inventory Control, Product management, Chemistry, or other Business Field

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Finance, or other business discipline OR Mathematics
• 2+ years of experience in commercial, supply chain, or project management.
• Basic scheduling techniques and material requirements planning knowledge
• Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, Access Lotus Notes, etc.)
• ISO standards (in relation to preparing documents)
• Certification from APICs or IBF

What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!

Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!