Manager, Production Planning and Control

Fox Factory, Inc.; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

FOX Factory, Inc. in Georgia seeks a Production Planning Manager to oversee scheduling and resource use, ensuring on-time delivery and optimal productivity.

You will manage inventory, coordinate with sales, operations, and supply chain, and lead a team of planners to meet customer demand. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in business or SCM (or 5+ years in manufacturing planning), CPIM/APICS a plus, and strong analytical, lean, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business management or SCM; or 5+ years in a similar role in manufacturing.
• Minimum 5 years in production planning and scheduling in a manufacturing environment.
• CPIM or APICS certification a plus.
• Experience with Oracle or similar production planning software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement production plans and schedules to meet customer demand and optimize resources utilization.
• Confer with employees at all levels of the company to discuss progress regarding customer orders and production scheduling to resolve problems and ensure standards of service, quality and product delivery are met.
• Maintain inventory levels and safety stock levels.
• Collaborate with sales, operations, and supply chain teams to ensure accurate forecasting and timely delivery of products.
• Monitor production processes to ensure compliance with quality, safety, and environmental standards.
• Lead and coach production planning team members to achieve performance goals and objectives.

Skills

Supply chain

Inventory management

Analytical skills

Team leadership

MRP/ERP planning

Lean manufacturing

Vendor communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/SCM

CPIM or APIC certification

Tools

Oracle

ERP systems

Job description

What We Do

FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are used primarily on bicycles, side‑side vehicles, on‑road vehicles with and without off‑road capabilities, off‑road vehicles and trucks, all‑terrain vehicles, snowmobiles, specialty vehicles and applications, motorcycles, and commercial trucks. Some of our products are specifically designed for and marketed to a variety of leading cycling and powered vehicle original equipment manufacturers ("OEMs"), while others are distributed to consumers through a global dealer and distribution network. Fox Factory Holding Corp. is the holding company of FOX Factory, Inc. and is publicly traded (FOXF) on Nasdaq.

Why you should join us

Not only do we provide competitive wages, you will also have access to great benefits and employee discounts. But more importantly, it’s a fun environment where we truly enjoy working as a team and bringing great products to our customers! If this sounds like something you would love to do, and a place you want to be a part of, get in touch with us by submitting your application. We look forward to hearing from you!

Position Summary

Production Planning Manager oversees the scheduling and planning of production activities, ensuring efficient use of resources, timely delivery of products, and optimal productivity. Responsibilities include inventory management, process optimization, and coordination with other departments.

Position Responsibilities

• Develop and implement production plans and schedules to meet customer demand and optimize resources utilization
• Confer with employees at all levels of the company to discuss progress regarding customer orders and production scheduling to resolve problems and ensure standards of service, quality and product delivery are met
• Maintain inventory levels and safety stock levels
• Collaborate with sales, operations, and supply chain teams to ensure accurate forecasting and timely delivery of products
• Partner with Inventory Control Manager, Warehouse Manager(s) and supply chain teams to determine part availability
• Monitor production processes to ensure compliance with quality, safety, and environmental standards
• Analyze production data and identify opportunities for improvement in efficiency, cost, and quality
• Lead and coach production planning team members to achieve performance goals and objectives
• Identify material requirements from production and new product requirements
• Communicate production status, issues, and risks to senior management and stakeholders
• Offer technical expertise to cross‑functional project team
• Provide a work environment where employees are actively involved in proactive measures towards production goals and safety
• Maintain a culture of open and robust communication to facilitate and enhance the achievement of business goals and objectives and work across functional groups
• Align departmental goals and objectives to support business growth and financial objectives

Specific Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required

• Familiarity with supply chain and inventory management systems
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills to identify and mitigate production bottlenecks
• Ability to lead and manage a team of production planners, and coordinate with other departments to ensure timely delivery of products
• Thorough understanding of replenishment concepts and MRP/ERP planning
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with suppliers, vendors, and logistics partners
• In‑depth knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies
• Availability to work flexible hours and adapt to changing production schedules

Position Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in business management, Supply Chain Management or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years in performing a similar position in lieu of Education
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in production planning and scheduling in a manufacturing environment
• CPIM or APIC certification a Plus
• Expertise in using production planning software such as Oracle, or similar

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

Manufacturing Environment. May lift up to 50 lbs. Requires walking, standing, bending and lifting for long periods of time. Vision abilities required to validate and enter data on computer.

Disclaimer

This list does not represent all physical demands. Descriptions are representative of those that must be met by employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the jobs’ essential functions.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Note: FOX provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, results of genetic testing, or service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by the laws or regulations of any jurisdiction in which we operate. We base all employment decisions –including recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotions, transfers, layoffs, terminations and social/recreational programs– on merit and the principles of equal employment opportunity.

Benefits

Fox offers an excellent compensation package and wide‑ranging opportunities for professional development. Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Spending and Dependent Care Savings Accounts, Disability and Life Insurance benefit programs are available, as is a 401k plan with employer matching. Eligibility for all benefit programs is defined by the applicable plan document or employee handbook.