Master Scheduler

Generacion & Gestion; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic organization in Cheltenham is seeking a permanent Master Scheduler. You will ensure a balance between supply and demand, develop a Master Production Schedule, and lead your team towards operational excellence. With excellent career advancement opportunities and a supportive work environment, this role is perfect for someone with a proactive approach to production planning.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in production planning within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with automated scheduling and capacity management.
• Proactive in identifying issues and adaptable to changes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage Master Production Schedule based on sales orders.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to assess capacity constraints.
• Lead and manage assigned employees, overseeing performance management.

Skills

Communication

MRP

Master Production Scheduling

Capacity Management

Problem Solving

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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A dynamic and rapidly expanding organisation based in Cheltenham is seeking a permanent Master Scheduler to join their team. This role comes with a salary of up to £50,000.

As the Master Scheduler, you will play a pivotal role in the development and management of a robust Master Production Schedule (MPS) and production timelines. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure a seamless balance between supply and demand for products, optimising material flow and resource capacities.

In addition to a challenging and rewarding work environment, this role offers excellent opportunities for career advancement. The organization values professional growth and is committed to supporting your development within the company.

Role Responsibilities Of The Master Scheduler Include

• Develop and manage Master Production Schedule based on sales orders, forecasts, and reorder points, creating weekly production schedules.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to assess capacity constraints and material availability, aiming to minimise lead times and enhance customer satisfaction.
• Maintain and update scheduling parameters, including lead times, lot sizes, safety stock, and delivery times for all master scheduled items to ensure efficiency.
• Resolve material and capacity conflicts, monitor order fulfillment against forecasts, and communicate forecast discrepancies to drive demand reviews and corrections.
• Provide insights on optimal customer delivery dates and stock levels, collaborating with Program Managers and the supply chain through the SIOP process.
• Lead and manage assigned employees, overseeing appraisals, performance management, and task delegation, while consistently seeking process improvement opportunities to enhance operational goals.
  
  

Person Specification Of The Master Scheduler

• Minimum of 3 years in production planning within a diverse manufacturing environment.
• Experience in automated master production scheduling, capacity management, and shop floor applications
• Excellent written and oral communication abilities
• Strong skills in MRP, Master Production Scheduling systems, and Microsoft Office Suites
• Solid understanding of forecasting and master production scheduling principles in both make-to-stock and make-to-order settings
• Proactive in identifying issues and making decisions; adaptable to changing priorities while working collaboratively towards company goals
  
  

Salary

Up to £50k

This role will be well suited to you if you have held a role within supply chain and materials as a Master Scheduler, Production Scheduler, Supply Chain Scheduler, Operations Scheduler, Planning Manager, Demand Planner, Production Planner, Capacity Planner, Scheduling Coordinator, Scheduling Specialist, Supply Chain Coordinator, Materials Planner or Materials Coordinator

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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