Master Scheduler

Tenneco; Napoleon (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenneco in the United States (Ohio) is seeking a Master Scheduler to align production schedules with customer demand, inventory targets, and plant capacity. You will drive material planning and cross-functional collaboration to keep production on track.

You will monitor MRP outputs, address shortages, and support new product introductions while leveraging ERP/MRP systems and SAP. The role requires Lean/Kanban knowledge and strong analytical skills to optimize manufacturing performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations Management, or related field or APICS Certification.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems.
• SAP experience preferred or required.
• Knowledge of Kanban and lean manufacturing systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the master production schedule (MPS) to support customer requirements and plant capacity.
• Review forecasts, customer demand, production schedules, and material requirements on a regular basis.
• Analyze inventory levels and product demand to establish reorder points, safety stock levels, and inventory strategies.
• Coordinate material planning activities to ensure uninterrupted production flow.
• Monitor MRP outputs and address planning exceptions and material shortages.
• Partner with Purchasing, Manufacturing, Logistics, and Customer Service to meet delivery objectives.
• Support new product introductions by coordinating material requirements, BOM reviews, and implementation schedules.
• Investigate production schedule deviations and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor inventory performance across raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives within planning and scheduling processes.
• Evaluate supply chain risks and develop contingency plans to minimize production disruptions.
• Ensure production schedules align with manpower, equipment capacity, and customer requirements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

ERP experience

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations Management, or related field

APICS Certification

Tools

SAP

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

At Tenneco, we don’t follow industry standards; we set them, and we don’t settle for being best-in-class because we hustle to be better than best-in-class. Whether it’s our Core Values – radical candor, simplify, organizational velocity, tenacious execution and win – or our Get Stuff Done (GSD) mindset, we’re determined to become the most trusted partner and best manufacturer and distributor to the transportation industry.

With a product portfolio as expansive as it is innovative, an obsessive commitment to quality and excellence, and a global presence, we’re all about getting stuff done, so we can win.

How do we make it happen? Through the Tenneco Way. Fueled by our Core Values, a winning mindset and a relentless commitment to excellence, the Tenneco Way is how we win. It’s what keeps Team Tenneco bold, driven, and unapologetically focused on pushing past limits and redefining success.

Here, you’ll work alongside a team of relentless problem-solvers who are committed to making a tangible impact. If you’re ready to break boundaries, deliver results, and enjoy the ride along the way, you’ll thrive here.

Want to learn more about who we are? Check out our website to discover the Tenneco Way

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Master Scheduler is responsible for developing and maintaining production schedules that support customer demand, inventory objectives, and operational efficiency. This position coordinates material requirements, production planning, inventory management, and cross-functional communication to ensure on-time delivery and optimal manufacturing performance. The Master Scheduler serves as a key link between customer demand, procurement, production, and logistics functions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and maintain the master production schedule (MPS) to support customer requirements and plant capacity.
• Review forecasts, customer demand, production schedules, and material requirements on a regular basis.
• Analyze inventory levels and product demand to establish reorder points, safety stock levels, and inventory strategies.
• Coordinate material planning activities to ensure uninterrupted production flow.
• Monitor MRP outputs and take appropriate actions to address planning exceptions and material shortages.
• Partner with Purchasing, Manufacturing, Logistics, and Customer Service teams to meet delivery objectives.
• Support new product introductions by coordinating material requirements, BOM reviews, and implementation schedules.
• Investigate production schedule deviations and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor inventory performance across raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives within planning and scheduling processes.
• Evaluate supply chain risks and develop contingency plans to minimize production disruptions.
• Ensure production schedules align with manpower, equipment capacity, and customer requirements.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations Management, or related field; or APICS Certification.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems.
• SAP experience preferred or required.
• Knowledge of Kanban and lean manufacturing systems preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with Word and PowerPoint.
• Experience in automotive or high-volume manufacturing environments preferred.

COMPETENCIES

• Production Planning & Scheduling
• Inventory Management
• Demand Forecasting
• Material Requirements Planning (MRP)
• Capacity Planning
• SAP/ERP Systems
• Lean Manufacturing
• Data Analysis
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Continuous Improvement
• Customer Focus
• Decision Making & Problem Solving

Work Environment

• Office and manufacturing plant environment.
• Exposure to varying temperatures and production floor conditions.
• Fast-paced manufacturing setting with frequent interaction across operations and supply chain teams.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 25-30 pounds.
• Frequent walking, standing, bending, reaching, and movement throughout the facility.
• Visual and manual dexterity required for computer and production-floor activities.

We don’t want average. We want exceptional. We want someone who’s hungry to build, unafraid to challenge, and bold enough to lead with empathy, speed, and precision. Sound like you? Let us know.

Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities