Master Scheduler

W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.; Elkton (MD); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Day 1 benefitsEligibility

Job summary

W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc. in Elkton, MD is seeking a Master Scheduler to translate the sales and operations plan into a master production schedule.

You will create weekly and monthly production requirements and ensure ATP data aligns with capacity and demand. The role supports the Protective Venting portfolio and offers a hybrid work arrangement. Candidates should have a background in supply chain planning, ERP systems (SAP preferred), and strong collaboration skills to coordinate with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; or 8+ years of relevant experience in lieu of degree.
• 2+ years of experience in supply chain planning, material planning, or asset scheduling.
• Hands-on ERP experience, SAP preferred.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and influencing skills with internal/external partners.
• Solid understanding of inventory management and replenishment methodologies.
• Proficiency in Excel.

Responsibilities

• Translate the Supply Plan into the Master Production Schedule (MPS).
• Create and communicate the MPS for finished goods and intermediates at SKU/end item level for 0–4 month horizon, weekly.
• Maintain and provide valid ATP data.
• Identify and resolve conflicts with supply, demand and capacity for the MPS horizon.
• Perform rough cut capacity planning (RCCP) for the MPS.
• Model what-if scenarios to evaluate proposed MPS changes.
• Recommend disposition of slow-moving/obsolete inventory.
• Analyze inventory stocking strategies and recommend improvements.
• S&OP: execute policies related to master scheduling and supply planning processes.
• Drive continuous improvement of the master production scheduling process, practices, policies and metrics.

Skills

ERP experience

Communication

Excel

Inventory management

Education

Bachelor's degree

APICS CPIM/CSCP certification

Tools

SAP

Job description

About the Role

Gore's Performance Solutions Division is looking for a full time Master Scheduler to join our team. The Master Scheduler, using the production plan generated in the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process, is responsible for creating the monthly and weekly production requirements and inventory plans that fulfill demand requirements. They utilize capacity analyses and customer service policies to govern schedules for finished product/intermediates inventory plans in accordance with business policies. The Master Scheduler is the main contact person for the Asset Scheduler from supply planning.

This role will support the Protective Venting product portfolio and will be located at our facility in Elkton, Maryland, with the possibility of a hybrid work arrangement.

Pay and Benefits

• $75,000 - $100,000 per year
• Roles above $150k are eligible for the variable pay program each fiscal year, based on defined business performance metrics.
• Factors considered in extending an offer within this pay range include (but not limited to) education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits effective on Day 1 of employment! We offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive benefits. More details are available at www.gore.com/careers/benefits

Responsibilities

• Translates the Supply Plan into the master production schedule (MPS)
• Creates and communicates the MPS for finished goods and/or intermediates at the SKU/end item level for the MPS horizon of 0-4 months at the weekly level
• Maintains and provide valid available to promise (ATP) data
• Identify and resolves conflicts with supply and demand and available capacity for the MPS horizon
• Performs rough cut capacity planning (RCCP) for the master production schedule
• Models "what if" scenarios to evaluate proposed MPS changes to determine impact
• Recommends disposition of slow moving/obsolete inventory
• Analyzes inventory stocking strategies and recommend improvements
• S&OP: Executes policies related to the master scheduling and supply planning processes
• Responsible for continuous improvement of the master production scheduling process, practices, policies and metrics

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree; OR a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in supply chain planning, material planning, or asset scheduling
• Hands-on ERP experience, with SAP preferred
• Demonstrated working knowledge of order management, procurement, and supplier coordination
• Strong communication, collaboration, and influencing skills, including experience working with internal and external partners
• Solid understanding of inventory management and replenishment methodologies
• Strong analytical capability with proficiency in Excel

Desired Qualifications

• APICS certification such as CPIM (Certified in Planning and Inventory Management) or CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional)
• Experience using SAP S/4HANA
• Background working in a crossfunctional, customerdriven supply chain environment
• Operations, scheduling, and planning experiences

This position requires access to export-controlled areas and information. Candidates must be "U.S. persons" as that term is defined in 8 USC *1324b(a)(3). The term "U.S. persons" includes US citizens, resident aliens ("green-card" holders) as well as certain refugees, asylum-holders and residents qualifying for temporary residence under the terms of 8 USC *1255a.

This position offers a hybrid work arrangement in the country from which the Associate is employed. Eligibility is dependent on the responsibilities of the role and business needs, and the Associate must agree to comply with Gore's work arrangement policies.

What We Offer

Our success is based on the capability and creativity of our Associates, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards program that supports your everyday and helps you build your tomorrow.
We provide benefits that offer choice and flexibility and promote overall well-being. And in keeping with our belief that every Associate should share in the collective success of the enterprise; we provide a distinctive Associate Stock Ownership Plan in each country as well as potential opportunities for "profit-sharing".Learn more at gore.com/careers/benefits
Gore is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, pregnancy status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran, gender identity and expression, and any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.
Gore is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of drug and background screening. Gore will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, e.g., arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws.
Gore requires all applicants to be eligible to work within the United States. Gore generally will not sponsor visas unless otherwise noted on the position description.