Master Scheduler

Danfoss; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13th salary

Annual bonus

Paid vacation

Pension plans

Personal insurance

Job summary

Danfoss in Cleveland is seeking a strategic Master Scheduler to own the master production schedule and align it with SIOP, guiding the MRP system to optimize capacity and inventory while meeting customer expectations.

You will collaborate with Sales, Inventory, and Operations, lead weekly reviews, and resolve scheduling conflicts quickly. This role emphasizes continuous improvement and data-driven decision making in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in manufacturing, distribution, or supply chain.
• Hands-on experience with SAP is required.
• Strong analytical and meticulous attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Master Scheduling: Develop, maintain, and level-load a valid master schedule based on the SIOP goals reflecting capacity and material constraints.
• MRP & Production Execution: Direct the MRP system to generate purchase requisitions and detailed production schedules for the shop floor.
• Priority Management: Lead weekly demand control reviews to meet on-time delivery targets and manage inventory.
• Customer Focus: Communicate with Customer Service to resolve order issues and close gaps in expectations.
• Operational Planning: Provide input for headcount, shifts, and capital investments to achieve the sales plan.
• Problem Solving: Resolve demand and supply conflicts within 24 hours of order entry.
• Process Improvement: Audit item master data and lead times; support NPI impacts on inventory and orders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Operations/Industrial Engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

The Impact You'll Make

Danfoss is currently looking for a strategic and detail-oriented Master Scheduler to become a key player in our operations. You will be responsible for creating and maintaining a master production schedule that serves as the heartbeat of our factory. By aligning with our Sales, Inventory, and Operations Plan (SIOP), your schedule will guide our Material Requirements Planning (MRP) system to ensure that we optimize capacity, manage inventory effectively, and meet our customers' expectations.

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What You’ll Be Doing

• Master Scheduling: Develop, maintain, and level-load a valid master schedule based on the SIOP sales goals, ensuring it reflects all known capacity and material constraints along with any unique demands of the customer.
• MRP & Production Execution: Direct the MRP system to generate accurate purchase requisitions and detailed production schedules for the shop floor. Release workload timely to the machines, assembly and shipping areas considering the capacity constraints of each area.
• Priority Management: Lead weekly demand control reviews, communicating order priorities and quantities to the plant to meet performance goals for on-time delivery, past-due orders, and inventory.
• Customer Focus: Proactively communicate with Customer Service to resolve any orders that cannot be fulfilled as requested. Monitor sales order dates to highlight and close gaps in customer expectations.
• Operational Planning: Provide essential input to the Operations team for short-term and long-term planning regarding headcount, shifts, and capital investments needed to achieve the sales plan.
• Problem Solving: Resolve demand and supply conflicts within 24 hours of order entry. Investigate and help correct the root causes of inventory errors.
• Process Improvement: Perform regular audits of item master data and lead times. Support New Product Introductions (NPI) by managing the impact of engineering, changes on inventory and customer orders. Promote a culture of quality and continuous improvement. Assist with inventory control projects to improve accuracy and OTD.

What We’re Looking For

Required Background & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in manufacturing, distribution, or supply chain.
• Hands‑on experience with SAP is required.
• Strong analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to perform well in a demanding environment.
• Proficiency in English (both written and verbal).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a complex, high-mix industrial manufacturing environment.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel.

What You’ll Get From Us

• We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
• You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us.
• We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
• You’ll receive benefits like 13th salary, annual bonus, paid vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about—we think they’re pretty great.

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The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Any benefits listed do not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

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