Global Master Scheduler — SAP Planning & Production Excellence

Novanta Inc.; Stockport; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Novanta is seeking a Master Scheduler for Stockport to drive operational excellence within our manufacturing operations. You will develop master production schedules, convert SIOP forecasts into executable factory plans, and balance demand with capacity while partnering with Sales, Customer Care, Product Management and Operations to meet customer commitments.

The role requires SAP planning expertise, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work across diverse teams in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Experience in production planning or manufacturing scheduling.
• Knowledge of inventory management principles.
• Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Developing and maintaining master production schedules.
• Converting SIOP forecasts into executable factory plans.
• Balancing customer demand with manufacturing capacity.
• Managing long-term supply and inventory planning.
• Utilising SAP planning tools to optimise operations.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
• Partnering with stakeholders across the business.
• Driving planning accuracy and schedule performance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Data-driven decision making

Tools

SAP planning

Job description

Novanta is seeking a Master Scheduler for Stockport to drive operational excellence within our manufacturing operations. You will develop master production schedules, convert SIOP forecasts into executable factory plans, and balance demand with capacity while partnering with Sales, Customer Care, Product Management and Operations to meet customer commitments.

The role requires SAP planning expertise, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work across diverse teams in a fast-paced