Manager, Master Planning

Pernod Ricard España SA; Fort Smith (AR); Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work policy

Benefits package

Job summary

Pernod Ricard USA is seeking a Manager, Master Planning in Fort Smith to lead end-to-end production and materials planning. You’ll balance demand, capacity, materials, labor, and inventory to meet service, cost, and operational targets.

You will guide the Materials Planners and Production Scheduler, collaborating with plant and commercial teams to translate demand into a feasible supply plan and drive continuous improvement in planning processes.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in production planning / master planning in manufacturing.
• Experience leading or mentoring planners or schedulers.
• Strong understandings of MRP, capacity planning, and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Own the master production plan for the facility across weekly, monthly, and annual horizons.
• Provide direction for raw, packaging, and indirect material planning; manage lead times and inventory health.
• Oversee detailed production scheduling and line sequencing; coordinate with operations on changes.
• Lead, coach, and develop the planning team and standard work within the function.
• Interface with Demand Planning, Customer Service, Procurement, Finance and Operations.
• Drive improvements in planning tools, data accuracy, and planning cadence.

Skills

Production planning

Demand forecasting

Data analysis

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain/operations

Tools

SAP

Oracle

JDE

Excel

Job description

Where Conviviality is at work. Pernod Ricard is a global premium international champagnes and spirits company. We’re the team behind leading brands such as ABSOLUT® Vodka, Jameson® Irish Whiskey, Malibu®, Kahlúa® Liqueur, The Glenlivet® Gin, and Skrewball™ whiskey, as well as many more superior wines and exquisite champagnes! Working at Pernod Ricard is all about igniting conviviality in all that we do. Derived from the French word, convivialité…it means human connection, authenticity, friendly, and jovial. Conviviality is energy and spirit with a splash of je ne sais quoi and is a core philosophy around how we live and work at Pernod Ricard. Guided by our 4 core values: (1) grounded in the real; (2) fiercely authentic; (3) passion for challenge; and (4) connected beyond borders; we are team players, dream makers, trailblazers, movers and (cocktail) shakers. We have a passion for living life to the fullest, making new friends every day, and realizing our potential as people and as a business!

The salary range for this role, based in Fort Smith, is $81,040.00 to $101,300.00. The range may vary if the role outside of this location. Base salaries are determined during our interview process, by assessing a candidate’s experience, skills against internal peers and against the scope and responsibilities of the position.

Position Summary

The Manager, Master Planning is responsible for end-to-end production and materials planning for Pernod Ricard’s Fort Smith manufacturing facility. This role owns the integrated planning process, balancing demand, capacity, materials, labor, and inventory to ensure customer service, cost, and operational targets are met. The Manager, Master Planning provides leadership to the Materials Planners and Production Scheduler and serves as the primary planning liaison between the plant, supply chain, and commercial teams. The Manager, Master Planning is a key leader in the North American S&OP/IBP, translating the consensus demand plan into a feasible, value-maximizing supply plan with clear constraints and trade‑offs.

Key Responsibilities

• Integrated Production & Capacity Planning – Own the master production plan for the facility, aligning demand forecasts, net requirements, and inventory targets with available capacity. Develop and maintain short-, mid-, and long‑range production plans (weekly, monthly, and annual horizons). Evaluate capacity constraints (labor, equipment, packaging lines, storage) and recommend mitigation plans. Lead scenario planning for new SKUs, bottling transitions, equipment upgrades, seasonal demand, and line changes. Identify risks and trade‑offs between service, cost, inventory, and capacity;escalate as needed with clear recommendations.
• Materials & Inventory Planning – Provide direction and oversight for raw, packaging, and indirect material planning. Ensure materials availability supports the production plan while maintaining inventory targets and minimizing obsolescence. Partner with procurement and suppliers to manage lead times, shortages, and supply risks. Own inventory health metrics including turns, excess & obsolete (E&O), and aging.
• Scheduling & Execution Support – Oversee detailed production scheduling to ensure efficient line sequencing and adherence to the master plan. Partner with operations to manage schedule adherence, changeovers, downtime impacts, and recovery plans. Support daily/weekly execution reviews and adjust plans as required.
• Leadership & Team Development – Lead, coach, and develop the Materials Planners and Production Scheduler. Establish clear roles, priorities, and standard work within the planning function. Drive continuous improvement in planning tools, processes, and data accuracy.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration – Act as the primary planning interface with Demand Planning, Customer Service, Procurement, Finance, and Operations. Support S&OP / IBP processes by providing clear capacity, inventory, and risk insights. Lead Monthly Site Reviews of the Master Plan to identify constraints and communicate changes with plant and departmental leadership.
• Performance Management & Continuous Improvement – Define and track KPIs such as service level, schedule adherence, plan attainment, inventory turns, and capacity utilization. Lead root cause analysis for service failures or plan deviations. Drive process improvements related to planning systems (ERP/MRP), data accuracy, and planning cadence.

Qualifications & Experience

• Required Qualifications – Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business, or related field. 7+ years of experience in production planning / master planning within a manufacturing environment. Prior experience in beverage, food, CPG, or regulated manufacturing strongly preferred. Demonstrated experience leading or mentoring planners or schedulers. Strong understanding of MRP, capacity planning, and inventory management principles. Advanced proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, JDE, or similar) and Excel.
• Preferred Qualifications – Experience in alcoholic beverage bottling, packaging, or high‑mix SKU environments. Experience supporting new product introductions (NPI) and line expansions. APICS/ASCM certification (CPIM, CSCP) or equivalent. Experience participating in or leading S&OP / IBP processes.

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking with strong execution focus.
• Data‑driven decision making.
• Ability to manage complexity and ambiguity.
• Strong communication and influencing skills.
• Collaborative leadership style.
• Continuous improvement mindset.
• Financial Responsibility: Greatly influences goals but does not have final authority. Manages and deploys resources to meet the goals.

Benefits & Perks

We offer a flexible work policy, with most of our positions offering a hybrid option with flexibility to work remotely 2 days a week. As a global employer, we understand that not everyone’s working hours are the same, and we empower our employees to work the hours that make the most sense for them and their team’s schedules. We offer employees great benefits and perks to toast to a life filled with support. Check out PRUSABenefits.com for details.

Company Culture & Values

When you join Pernod Ricard, you’ll experience a workplace that is rich in heritage, driven by our iconic brands and a long‑standing commitment to sustainability, safety, and giving back to the people and communities where we work. We know that happiness at work starts with that feeling of belonging you get from an inclusive culture where being uniquely you is celebrated. Our values are lived, they drive our behaviors, and it’s what brings our culture to life. Our work philosophy celebrates the magic of human connection with the flexibility needed to provide one’s most meaningful contribution.

Equal Opportunity

Pernod Ricard USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It employs qualified individuals based solely on ability, training, and experience, and does not and will not, discriminate for or against any employee or applicant for employment or promotion based upon actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service or any other classification protected by law. Offers will be subject to United States local terms. Pernod Ricard USA is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Pernod Ricard USA will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. To request reasonable accommodation during the application process, contact us at [e-mail].

Recruitment Process

This recruitment process uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to match applicant skills with role requirements and qualifications.

Additional Information

Job Posting End Date: Target Hire Date: 2026-03-01

Company Overview

Pernod Ricard is a worldwide leader in the spirits and champagne industry, blending traditional craftsmanship, state-of-the-art brand development, and global distribution technologies. Our prestigious portfolio of premium to luxury brands includes Absolut vodka, Ricard pastis, Ballantine’s, Chivas Regal, Royal Salute, and The Glenlivet Scotch whiskies, Jameson Irish whiskey, Martell cognac, Havana Club rum, Beefeater gin, Malibu liqueur and Mumm and Perrier‑Jouët champagnes. Our mission is to ensure the long‑term growth of our brands with full respect for people and the environment, while empowering our employees around the world to be ambassadors of our purposeful, inclusive and responsible culture of authentic conviviality. Pernod Ricard’s consolidated sales amounted to € 10,959 million in fiscal year FY25. Pernod Ricard is listed on Euronext (Ticker: RI; ISIN Code: FR0000120693) and is part of the CAC 40 index.