Production Control Leader: Inventory & Scheduling

Adient plc; Clanton (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Adient plc in Clanton, AL is seeking a Materials Planning Manager to lead production control activities, plan level production schedules, and manage buffers and inventory for timely delivery. The role requires strong ERP/MRP experience, cross-functional leadership, and the ability to drive continuous improvement.

You will coordinate with plant management, suppliers and customers to address material issues, monitor KPI performance, and support new product launches with timely material supply.

Qualifications

• Must have broad knowledge of materials management including logistics, inventory control, MRP, shipping and receiving.
• Experience with formal ERP/MRP systems and related production functions.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership and written/verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides effective leadership with salaried and hourly personnel in daily production control activities.
• Plan and create level production plans and make recommendations for manufacturing support.
• Distribute the monthly Master Schedule based on customers' project demand.
• Develop and monitor buffer stock levels.
• Balance buffer stock size and planning periods to optimize value streams.
• Monitor inventory records to provide accurate perpetual inventory on all parts.
• Monitor trends and establish actions for continuous improvement and cost reductions.
• Provide daily information to production on customer demand fluctuations and shipping patterns.
• Maintain necessary traffic responsibilities to ensure timely delivery to the customer.
• Track and drive key measurables to ensure continuous improvement.

Skills

ERP/MRP systems

Planning & scheduling

Demand management

Inventory management

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Adient plc in Clanton, AL is seeking a Materials Planning Manager to lead production control activities, plan level production schedules, and manage buffers and inventory for timely delivery. The role requires strong ERP/MRP experience, cross-functional leadership, and the ability to drive continuous improvement.

You will coordinate with plant management, suppliers and customers to address material issues, monitor KPI performance, and support new product launches with timely material supply.