Master Plan Scheduler

Te Connectivity Ltd; México; On-site; MXN 280,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Te Connectivity Ltd in Mexico is seeking a Master Plan Scheduler to translate approved demand and supply plans into a feasible, executable, and optimized production schedule. The role balances customer service, inventory targets, capacity constraints, and cost, acting as the connector between SIOP plans and shop floor execution.

The position requires developing and publishing the Master Production Schedule (MPS), converting demand signals into time-phased plans, ensuring feasibility, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing or related field required.
• Minimum 7 years in large-scale manufacturing/production.
• 3-5 years in manufacturing/Supply Chain with external vendor management and inventory control.
• Strong analytical skills and lean manufacturing experience.
• Fluent in English and open to travel.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and publish the Master Production Schedule (MPS) based on the approved SIOP/IBP plan.
• Convert demand signals (customer orders, forecasts) into time phased production plans at SKU / family level.
• Ensure schedule feasibility considering capacity, material availability, labor, tooling, and constraints.
• Sequence production orders to optimize throughput, changeovers, and asset utilization.
• Validate available vs. required capacity (machines, labor, shifts).
• Identify bottlenecks and overloads and propose mitigation actions (re sequencing, overtime, subcontracting, inventory buffers).
• Ensure production plans are aligned with material availability (RM, WIP, critical components).
• Collaborate closely with plant planning, procurement, and warehouse teams to avoid shortages or excess.
• Drive adherence to inventory targets (FG, WIP) while protecting customer service.
• Support phase in / phase out execution and obsolescence risk mitigation
• Monitor and report schedule adherence, plan vs. actuals, and root causes of deviation
• Interface daily with Production & Manufacturing Engineering, Procurement / Material, Planning, Customer Service / Order Management, Quality & Logistics
• Act as the single point of coordination for plant level scheduling decisions
• Improve scheduling logic, parameters, and planning data quality (lead times, routings, yields).
• Drive reduction of expedites, firefighting, and short term rescheduling.
• Support implementation and optimization of planning tools (ERP/APS)

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Vendor management

Lean manufacturing

English fluency

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP or MRP system

Job description

Master Plan Scheduler

Empresa : Te Connectivity Ltd Tipo de empleo : Tiempo completo Mexico

Descripción del trabajo - Master Plan Scheduler

At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.

Job Overview

Creates plans, forecasts, and schedules relating to materials required and maintains proper inventory levels to meet operational requirements.

Job Requirements

• Adjusting production schedules and collaborating with the production team to meet the target and on-time delivery to the customer.
• Monitoring the product lifecycle, controlling the inventory, and arranging production schedules based on raw materials availability and assembly line capacity.
• Assessing and communicating risks, tracking shipments from the suppliers, and coordinating with logistics, customs, and inspection to ensure on-time delivery.
• Planning the raw materials and components requirements based on the sale order, new product sourcing, and supplier development across multiple product lines.

What your background should look like

The Plant Master Scheduler is accountable for translating the approved demand and supply plan into a feasible, executable, and optimized production schedule for the plant. The role ensures the right product is produced, at the right time, in the right quantity, while balancing customer service, inventory targets, capacity constraints, and cost.
This role is a key connector between SIOP plans and shop floor execution.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop, maintain, and publish the Master Production Schedule (MPS) based on the approved SIOP/IBP plan.
• Convert demand signals (customer orders, forecasts) into time phased production plans at SKU / family level.
• Ensure schedule feasibility considering capacity, material availability, labor, tooling, and constraints.
• Sequence production orders to optimize throughput, changeovers, and asset utilization.
• Validate available vs. required capacity (machines, labor, shifts).
• Identify bottlenecks and overloads and propose mitigation actions (re sequencing, overtime, subcontracting, inventory buffers).
• Ensure production plans are aligned with material availability (RM, WIP, critical components).
• Collaborate closely with plant planning, procurement, and warehouse teams to avoid shortages or excess.
• Drive adherence to inventory targets (FG, WIP) while protecting customer service.
• Support phase in / phase out execution and obsolescence risk mitigation
• Monitor and report schedule adherence, plan vs. actuals, and root causes of deviation
• Interface daily with Production & Manufacturing Engineering, Procurement / Material, Planning, Customer Service / Order Management, Quality & Logistics
• Act as the single point of coordination for plant level scheduling decisions
• Improve scheduling logic, parameters, and planning data quality (lead times, routings, yields).
• Drive reduction of expedites, firefighting, and short term rescheduling.
• Support implementation and optimization of planning tools (ERP/APS)

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• Schedule adherence
• STS / STR customer service level
• Inventory DOH
• Capacity utilization
• Expedite rate

EXPERIENCE/SKILLS

• Bachelor's deegre
• 7 years experience in large scale manufacturing/production required
• 3-5 years experience in manufacturing / Supply Chain with proven track record of success in external vendor management, SOP, continuous improvement, Supply Chain transformation, inventory management
• Strong analytic capability and hands-on experience in leading lean manufacturing initiatives will be preferred
• Excellent interpersonal and people management skills; the ability to hire, develop, support and motivate teams
• Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office, SAP or other MRP system)
• Lean Manufacturing principles
• Fluent in English
• Open to travel

Competencies

Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork

Sobre la empresa

Te Connectivity Ltd

TE connectors and sensors are embedded in many types of technological devices, where reliable and persistent data, power, signal, and sensing connectivity are required.