Master Production Scheduler & IBP Strategist

Eastman Chemical B.V.; Rotterdam; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastman Chemical B.V. in Rotterdam seeks an Integrated Planner to define and execute the master production schedule (MPS) for an Estonia-based site.

The role collaborates with demand and business managers, manufacturing leaders, and cross-functional teams to balance supply, inventory, and demand for uninterrupted supply. The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in a relevant field, 3+ years in forecasting or supply chain, and proficiency in SAP, OMP, and Power BI, with knowledge of S&OP/IBP

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field required or preferred.
• At least 3 years’ experience in forecasting, supply chain, manufacturing, or business operations.
• Strong SAP experience and exposure to advanced planning tools (OMP) is expected.
• Experience using Power BI and analytics to support decision making.
• Knowledge of S&OP or IBP business processes is important.
• APICS CPIM or CSCP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a detailed master production schedule (MPS) to support business strategy and communicate it to stakeholders.
• Monitor and optimize supply plans to maximize value, considering asset optimization, balancing, logistics costs, inventory, and transitions.
• Support the IBP process and assist in developing a 24-month supply plan.
• Assess new business opportunities and supply capabilities.
• Use analytics to model 'what-if' scenarios and propose optimized solutions.
• Identify constraints and propose alternatives to meet demand plans.
• Evaluate order commitments and sales allocations and modify plans as needed.
• Identify and elevate variances from the plan and manage exceptions.
• Coordinate plant-to-plant transfers, raw materials, and packaging stock.
• Interface with Materials Handling, Manufacturing, Logistics, QA, Purchasing, and other planning groups.
• Provide forecasts to procurement based on MPS or S&OP plans.
• Participate in Tactical Business Reviews and collaborate on variance solutions.
• Seek AMS options for alternate supply methods.

Skills

Forecasting experience

Power BI

S&OP/IBP knowledge

Solvers experience

Education

Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management

APICS CPIM/CSCP preferred

Tools

SAP

OMP (advanced planning software)

Job description

Eastman Chemical B.V. in Rotterdam seeks an Integrated Planner to define and execute the master production schedule (MPS) for an Estonia-based site.

The role collaborates with demand and business managers, manufacturing leaders, and cross-functional teams to balance supply, inventory, and demand for uninterrupted supply. The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in a relevant field, 3+ years in forecasting or supply chain, and proficiency in SAP, OMP, and Power BI, with knowledge of S&OP/IBP