Master Scheduler/Production Planner- Spare Parts

E488 Sulzer Pumps Solutions Inc.; Easley (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

12 company paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Short/long-term disability

401(k) or Roth match

Retirement contributions after oneyear

Gym reimbursement

Job summary

Sulzer is seeking a Planning Analyst at the Easley Factory to serve as the primary liaison for Sales and Customer Service on spare parts and accessory orders. You will determine and communicate lead times for new orders and maintain a master backlog to ensure on-time shipments and minimize overdue items.

The role requires proficiency with Microsoft Office, SAP ERP (preferred), and strong data analysis and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products required.
• Clear and articulate written and verbal communication.
• Ability to analyze, organize and execute plans with large data sets.
• Proficient with BI software.
• Excellent time management, problem solving, interpersonal and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as primary liaison for Sales and Customer Service on spare parts and accessory orders.
• Provide accurate lead times for new orders and maintain a master backlog.
• Maintain a 6-week rolling plan and track order progress.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to obtain timely information and update the Planning Manager.
• Serve as backup to Planning Department colleagues.

Skills

MS Office

Data analysis

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Business acumen

Tools

SAP ERP

Job description

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.

About the role

Job Summary Acts as primary factory contact for Sales and Customer Service on all matters related to new Spare part & Accessory orders. Responsible for determining and communicating lead-times for new orders with the goal of ensuring they will be on time. Overall Spare part & Accessory Backlog management will be another vital task in ensuring orders continuously go out on time with competitive lead times while minimizing overdues.

Essential Functions

Responsible for following Sulzer's program. Provides accurate lead times for new Spare Part & Accessory orders. Create and maintain a Master Backlog Schedule for the Easley Factory with the intent of ensuring orders go out on time and overdues are minimized. Maintains a 6-week rolling plan with a clear display of how each order is tracking within that timeframe. Able to collaborate in a cross functional setting to obtain information in a timely and organized manner. Organized and able to display daily/weekly clear updates to the Planning Manager. Proactively communicates with Sales in matters related to upcoming orders. Acts as backup to coworkers in the Planning Department.

Secondary Responsibilities

The Planning Department also includes Pump scheduling so future cross-training will be required

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Qualifications

Proficiency with Microsoft Office products required. Proficiency in SAP ERP preferred. Clear and articulate written and verbal communication skills required. Able to analyze, organize and execute plans for large amounts of data. Proficient with BI software. Must possess excellent time management, problem solving, interpersonal and organizational skills

What we offer you

• Competitive Paid Time Off
• 12 Company Paid Holidays per year
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company paid short term and long term disability
• 6% 401K or Roth match with immediate vesting
• Company Paid Retirement Security Contributions upon one year of employment
• Quarterly Gym Reimbursement

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment. We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. By supporting water and energy security, enabling the energy transition and driving the use of circular technologies, we help our customers build a better world. With more than 13'000 employees and 160 world-class production facilities and service centers across the globe, we are a globally diverse team. We value the uniqueness of all our colleagues, and we appreciate the contributions that each of us makes to the company's success. We prioritize your health and safety and are committed to offering a work environment in which you can thrive.

Join our team now to grow your expertise and develop solutions that truly make a difference! Are you interested in other oppportunities at Sulzer? Feel free to introduce yourself to our team