Production Planning Leader — Supply Chain Excellence

Donaldson Company; Aguascalientes, Chihuahua; On-site; MXN 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Donaldson Company in Aguascalientes, Mexico, is seeking a results-driven Senior Manager, Supply Chain II, to lead production planning, scheduling, and material coordination within our manufacturing operations.

The role drives efficient production processes, optimizes material availability, and ensures on-time customer deliveries while leading a high-performing Production Control team and partnering with cross-functional functions to meet strategic objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Proven experience in production planning, scheduling, materials management, or production control.
• Experience leading and developing teams in manufacturing or supply chain environments.
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems, preferably Oracle.
• Understanding of inventory management, warehouse operations, and MRP.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and communicate effectively with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Results-oriented mindset with a focus on operational efficiency, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement.
• Advanced English communication skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and optimize production planning and scheduling activities to ensure manufacturing efficiency, resource utilization, and on-time customer deliveries.
• Material management: Ensure material availability and inventory alignment with production requirements, leveraging Oracle ERP.
• Oversee warehouse capacity, inventory control, and material flow to maintain operational continuity.
• Collaborate with internal teams and customers to manage delivery commitments and address delays.
• Translate business objectives into actionable operational plans aligned with priorities.
• Lead, coach, and develop the Production Control team.
• Establish and monitor KPIs related to scheduling, inventory accuracy, and on-time delivery.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Procurement, Logistics, and Customer Service to improve processes.

Skills

Production planning

Scheduling

Materials management

Team leadership

ERP systems

Inventory management

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

Donaldson Company in Aguascalientes, Mexico, is seeking a results-driven Senior Manager, Supply Chain II, to lead production planning, scheduling, and material coordination within our manufacturing operations.

The role drives efficient production processes, optimizes material availability, and ensures on-time customer deliveries while leading a high-performing Production Control team and partnering with cross-functional functions to meet strategic objectives.