Planning & Logistic Manager

EPTA GROUP; Columbus (GA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Flexible working hours

Training opportunities

Volunteer programs

Job summary

Epta Group in Columbus, GA is seeking a Planning & Logistics Manager to lead production planning, raw material warehousing, and material flow across manufacturing areas. You will drive on-time delivery, optimize capacity, and ensure inventory accuracy while coordinating with Purchasing and Plant Leadership.

The role requires 5+ years in logistics or warehouse operations, strong experience with WMS and ERP systems, and a focus on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience managing warehouse operations, inventory control, or logistics.
• Proven experience with WMS (Warehouse Management Systems), ERP (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics), and TMS (Transportation Management Systems).

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of the plant's production planning and scheduling process to ensure on-time delivery, optimal capacity utilization, and efficient workflow across all manufacturing areas.
• Create and maintain master production schedules aligned with customer demand, plant capacity, labor availability, inventory targets, and business priorities.
• Manage all internal logistics operations, including raw material warehousing, material handling, inventory replenishment, kitting, and line-side delivery processes.
• Ensure uninterrupted material availability for production through effective inventory control, stock monitoring, and coordination with the Purchasing department.
• Establish and maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counting processes, material transaction discipline, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Optimize material flow, warehouse layout, storage strategies, and replenishment systems to support productivity, space utilization, and operational efficiency.
• Monitor and manage KPIs including schedule adherence, production plan attainment, material availability, inventory accuracy, picking accuracy, warehouse productivity, and inventory turns.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on planning effectiveness, inventory reduction, lead time improvement, material flow optimization, and cost reduction.
• Lead, coach, and develop team members through performance management, training, succession planning, and continuous skills development.
• Provide regular reporting and analysis to Plant Leadership on forecast accuracy, production performance, inventory health, material shortages, operational risks, and improvement opportunities

Skills

Production planning

Inventory management

Team leadership

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Logistics or related field

Tools

WMS

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

TMS

Job description

Planning & Logistics Manager

Job Purpose

The Plant Planning & Logistics Manager is responsible for ensuring the effective planning, scheduling, and internal flow of materials required to support plant operations. The role leads production planning, raw material warehouse, and picking activities to ensure material availability, inventory accuracy, and efficient production execution while driving continuous improvement, operational performance, and team development.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience managing warehouse operations, inventory control, or logistics; Proven experience with WMS (Warehouse Management Systems), ERP (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics), and TMS (Transportation Management Systems)
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of the plant's production planning and scheduling process to ensure on-time delivery, optimal capacity utilization, and efficient workflow across all manufacturing areas.
• Create and maintain master production schedules aligned with customer demand, plant capacity, labor availability, inventory targets, and business priorities.
• Manage all internal logistics operations, including raw material warehousing, material handling, inventory replenishment, kitting, and line-side delivery processes.
• Ensure uninterrupted material availability for production through effective inventory control, stock monitoring, and coordination with the Purchasing department.
• Establish and maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counting processes, material transaction discipline, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Optimize material flow, warehouse layout, storage strategies, and replenishment systems to support productivity, space utilization, and operational efficiency.
• Monitor and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) including schedule adherence, production plan attainment, material availability, inventory accuracy, picking accuracy, warehouse productivity, and inventory turns.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on planning effectiveness, inventory reduction, lead time improvement, material flow optimization, and cost reduction.
• Lead, coach, and develop team members through performance management, training, succession planning, and continuous skills development.
• Provide regular reporting and analysis to Plant Leadership on forecast accuracy, production performance, inventory health, material shortages, operational risks, and improvement opportunities

Why work for Epta

• Join Epta in this permanent role, where you'll experience a great blend of new technologies and a modern workplace culture.
• We take development opportunities seriously! Take part in a variety of training through our Epta Academy and external training partners.
• Epta offers the opportunity for remote work whenever possible, along with providing the necessary technical equipment.
• Balance work and personal life perfectly with our flexible working hours.
• Give back more than we receive: Join our volunteering activities and help make the world a better place.

Our story

We at the Epta Group are a dynamic and growing international company, delivering cutting-edge commercial refrigeration solutions that impact everyday life—from ensuring fresh food in supermarkets to keeping the perfect chill in your favorite café. Our global network includes manufacturing facilities, sales entities and service organizations —all working together to provide sustainable and innovative solutions. We support customers in their green transition and support them as a fully integrated provider, from the layout of the store to the after-sales support.

With over 8,000 employees, Epta fosters an environment of continuous development. We offer career growth, extensive training, and the opportunity to thrive in a company where every challenge is a chance to create value and inspire our people. Guided by our values, we are committed to professional excellence, sustainability, and innovation in every aspect of our work.

We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, disability, parental status, or social origin. At Epta, your unique perspective is what keeps us innovative and cool.