Planner Scheduler (SR)

Cooper Standard Automotive; Mount Sterling (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cooper Standard Automotive is seeking a Production Planner/Scheduler to align customer requirements with manufacturing and material planning. You will serve as the primary contact for material-related matters, monitor inventory, production priorities, and supplier performance to ensure on-time delivery.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree or active pursuit of a four-year degree and at least two years of scheduling experience in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or active pursuit of a four-year degree.
• At least two years of manufacturing scheduling experience.
• Experience using SAP PPDS for material planning and scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Review PPDS and SAP systems to confirm material availability for daily production.
• Coordinate outbound expedites to customers and communicate delivery status.
• Adjust production schedules and stock orders to support priority jobs.
• Monitor inventory related to obsolete jobs and spot buys.
• Maintain communication with customers, suppliers, manufacturing, warehousing, and shipping.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Written and verbal communication

Organizational skills

Scheduling

Inventory review

Education

Bachelor's degree

Pursuing four-year degree

Tools

SAP

PPDS

Job description

Production Planner/Scheduler

Position Summary

The Production Planner/Scheduler is responsible for aligning customer requirements with manufacturing and material planning processes. This position serves as a primary customer contact for material-related matters, including shipments, purchase orders, delivery status, and customer order systems. The role monitors inventory, production priorities, supplier performance, and outbound logistics to support on-time delivery and efficient production operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Review PPDS and SAP systems as well as work-in-process inventory to confirm sufficient material is available to meet daily production requirements.
• Monitor and maintain customer and vendor online systems.
• Coordinate outbound expedites to customers.
• Prepare and communicate customer delivery-status reports as required.
• Review warehouse receipts and tab runs, identify discrepancies, and support timely resolution.
• Order and coordinate stock from intercompany suppliers.
• Adjust production schedules and stock orders as needed to support priority jobs and production requirements.
• Monitor inventory associated with obsolete jobs, spot buys, and jobs that are out of line with production; file customer obsolescence claims when required.
• Monitor supplier delivery-performance ratings and challenge ratings when appropriate.
• Coordinate routing changes with the Shipping Department.
• Maintain effective communication with customers, suppliers, manufacturing, warehousing, and shipping personnel regarding material availability and delivery priorities.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or active pursuit of a four-year degree.
• At least two years of manufacturing scheduling experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively across customers, suppliers, and internal departments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet changing production needs.
• Ability to review inventory, scheduling, delivery, and supplier-performance information accurately.
• Ability to make timely schedule and material-order adjustments based on production priorities.

Work Environment and Conditions

• Work is performed primarily in a professional office environment, with regular interaction in a manufacturing setting.
• Required personal protective equipment must be worn while on the manufacturing floor.
• Position-related equipment may be used only after appropriate training on safe operation and injury prevention.

Travel

Travel to manufacturing facilities or customer locations may be required based on business needs.

Other Duties

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned.

Cooper Standard is proud of its diverse workforce and committed to providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, age, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are dedicated to creating an environment at work that not only values diversity but also encourages inclusion and a sense of belonging. We firmly believe that a diverse workplace fosters an environment where our employees can flourish and provide superior service to our customers.