CNV Planner

Sofidel; Shelby (NC); Sur place; USD 70 000 - 95 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Sofidel America is seeking a Converting Production Planner with procurement responsibilities to support our converting operations at Shelby, NC and Duncan, SC. The role involves developing the Master Production Schedule and coordinating with Supply Chain to meet production objectives.

Candidates should have a degree in a relevant field and 1–3 years of scheduling or planning experience in manufacturing, with strong Excel skills and the ability to travel up to 50%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Experience in production scheduling or planning in manufacturing.
• Experience in paper manufacturing or converting operations is a plus.

Responsabilités

• Develop, maintain, and manage a Master Production Schedule (MPS).
• Ensure production plans, inventory levels, and cycle reports are accurate and reliable.
• Gather input from Sales, Marketing, and Production to improve forecast accuracy and efficiency.
• Identify over/under capacity conditions and provide risk mitigation recommendations.
• Prepare and analyze finished goods inventory reports including turnover and accuracy.
• Ensure production schedules and related reports are communicated clearly to required personnel.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Paper Mill Planning, and Production Manager to confirm schedules.
• Continuously identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
• Procurement responsibilities for raw and auxiliary materials aligned with the production plan.

Connaissances

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Fast-paced work environment

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in operations management, supply chain, logistics, business admin, industrial engineering, or related field

Outils

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Description du poste

Sofidel America, a subsidiary of the Sofidel Group, is a leading manufacturer of tissue paper for hygienic and domestic use. We are committed to sustainable growth, operational excellence, and strong compliance with internal and external regulations.

Sofidel America is currently seeking a Converting Production Planner with procurement responsibilities to support our converting operations. This role is ideal for a candidate seeking a long-term opportunity in a stable, growth-oriented manufacturing environment. Candidates must be able to reliably commute to the Shelby, NC and Duncan, SC facilities as well as occasionally travel by air to other manufacturing sites throughout the U.S.

Job Responsibilities

The Converting Production Planner is responsible for developing, establishing, and managing all planning and production scheduling activities for the converting operation at multiple manufacturing sites. This role also has procurement responsibilities, supports the supply chain team, and ensures departmental objectives are met.

• Develop, maintain, and manage an accurate and efficient Master Production Schedule (MPS).
• Ensure production plans, inventory levels, and cycle reports are accurate and reliable.
• Gather input from Sales, Marketing, and Production through structured planning meetings to improve forecast accuracy and production efficiency.
• Identify and communicate over and under capacity conditions and provide recommendations for risk mitigation within converting operations.
• Prepare and analyze finished goods inventory reports, including actual versus optimal levels, inventory turnover, inventory accuracy, and inventory adjustments with root cause analysis.
• Ensure production schedules and related reports are maintained, accessible, and clearly communicated to all required personnel.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Paper Mill Planning, and the Production Manager to confirm production schedules prior to distribution.
• Continuously identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance production and planning processes.
• Procurement responsibilities for raw and auxiliary materials in alignment with the production plan, ensuring compliance with signed framework agreements and corporate procedures.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in operations management, supply chain management, logistics, business administration, industrial engineering, or a related technical field preferred.
• One to three years of production scheduling or planning experience in a manufacturing environment. Experience in paper manufacturing or converting operations is preferred.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate large amounts of data.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast paced, deadline driven environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and balance competing objectives.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel (required) and SAP (preferred).
• Regular travel requirements (up to 50%) to support other manufacturing sites.