Multi-Site Materials & Production Leader

CSP

Carey, Northern (OH, KY)

Hybrid

USD 85,000 - 125,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

401k with match

Job summary

CSP is a leading Tier One supplier in lightweight composite components for transportation. We seek an experienced Inventory, Planning & Scheduling Leader to oversee production control, forecast development, and KPI-driven improvements.

You will drive cross-functional collaboration with Engineering and Operations, manage BOM changes, and optimize inventory while controlling costs. Ideal candidates bring 10+ years in manufacturing planning, strong Excel and ERP (Oracle/SAP) skills, and proven

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, operations, logistics, or engineering required.
MBA or master’s in supply chain management preferred.
APICS certification highly preferred; CPIM strongly recommended.
Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in inventory management, planning, scheduling, and distribution in manufacturing.
Automotive supplier experience strongly desired.
Proven track record of team leadership and performance improvement.
Strong understanding of supply chain and manufacturing cost structures.
Advanced proficiency in Excel.
ERP systems experience (Oracle/SAP preferred).
Ability to utilize complex reporting and data analysis tools effectively.

Responsibilities

Oversee and maintain production control planning and scheduling programs to meet sales forecasts and balance manpower and machine utilization.
Investigate deviations to production schedules and ensure timely resolution.
Provide accurate and timely customer order responses with required schedules, materials, and systems in place.
Collaborate with the Operations Manager to develop production plans and forecasts.
Develop and adjust sales forecasts based on release information and market conditions.
Create strategies for efficient manufacturing and on-time product delivery to meet customer requirements.
Maintain optimum inventory levels to balance demand with costs and minimize premium freight.
Oversee BOM changes with Engineering collaboration.
Develop and implement visual inventory management systems on the production floor.
Establish procedures and oversee annual physical inventory, valuations, and reconciliation.
Monitor inventory adjustments, conduct cycle counting, and integrate forecasts with budget planning.
Manage obsolete products and support Sales in removal activities.
Manage departmental expenses within budget and lead continuous improvement initiatives.
Build cross-functional relationships across management levels.
Motivate, coach, and develop staff; mentor and succession planning.
Maintain KOPs and compliance with safety rules, union contracts, and plant policies.
Lead plant purchasing for direct and indirect materials.
Drive KPI tracking, action item follow-up, and achievement of targets.
Promote safety as a core responsibility alongside departmental objectives.