On-Site Manufacturing Planning Leader

FUJIFILM Electronic Materials U.S.A., Inc.; North Kingstown (RI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

FUJIFILM Electronic Materials, U.S.A., Inc. in North Kingstown, RI is seeking a Manufacturing Planning Manager to own production planning and scheduling in a fast-paced, batch‑manufacturing environment, collaborating with operations, supply chain, maintenance and quality teams to drive execution on a 100% on‑site basis.

This position requires strong ERP/MRP knowledge, SAP experience, and the ability to balance multiple projects while delivering accurate master schedules and S&OP input.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Operations Management, Business or related field.
• 8–10 years in fast-paced manufacturing with 5+ years in management.
• Strong ERP, MRP and inventory management knowledge.
• Batch/process manufacturing planning experience preferred.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of short- and long-term production plans to ensure materials are available according to established schedules.
• Prepare and review a detailed monthly Master Schedule to meet customer requirements while minimizing crossovers and testing whenever possible.
• Optimize SAP/MRP parameters to support current planning strategies effectively.
• Drive inventory control objectives by creating and managing material and production plans to minimize inventory levels. Analyze monthly, quarterly, and year-end inventory changes and implement necessary actions to meet targets across all inventory categories.
• Develop strong partnerships with internal and external customers to foster continuous improvement activities, enhancing the Global Planning process across all regions.
• Collaborate with Account Managers, Product Managers, and Customer Service Representatives to review forecasts and usage details, taking necessary actions to balance production plans.
• Lead Operations in planning for current and future capacity requirements.
• Oversee the preparation and presentation of Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) activities.
• Manage and direct the Planning department, including setting objectives, professional development, and performance management.

Skills

Production planning

ERP/MRP knowledge

Batch/process manufacturing

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Excel

PowerPoint

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Operations Management, Business, or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

FUJIFILM Electronic Materials, U.S.A., Inc. in North Kingstown, RI is seeking a Manufacturing Planning Manager to own production planning and scheduling in a fast-paced, batch‑manufacturing environment, collaborating with operations, supply chain, maintenance and quality teams to drive execution on a 100% on‑site basis.

This position requires strong ERP/MRP knowledge, SAP experience, and the ability to balance multiple projects while delivering accurate master schedules and S&OP input.