Production Planning Specialist

Brass International; Mooresville (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits package

Paid time off and holidays

Collaborative and supportive work environment

Job summary

A CPG solutions provider in Mooresville, North Carolina, is seeking a Production Planning Specialist who will develop and maintain production schedules, optimize inventory, and collaborate across departments. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or Operations Management and at least 2 years of experience in production planning. The company offers a competitive salary and benefits, including paid time off and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in production planning or supply chain management within the CPG industry.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze complex data sets and draw actionable insights.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules based on demand forecasts and inventory levels.
• Collaborate with procurement, sales, and logistics teams to ensure timely availability of materials.
• Monitor production processes to identify bottlenecks or inefficiencies and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management

Tools

ERP systems

Specific software

Job description

Mooresville, North Carolina, United States

About the job Production Planning Specialist

Company Overview:

Brass International is a provider of outsourced solutions for CPG brands across a variety of health and wellness product categories. Our solutions include product innovation, design and development, sourcing, contract manufacturing, marketing and sales. Based in Mooresville, North Carolina, our company has been in business for over 15 years and has established a strong reputation for excellence in the industry.

Job Summary:

As a Production Planning Specialist at our dynamic Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) company, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring our production operations run smoothly and efficiently. You will be responsible for developing and maintaining production schedules, optimizing inventory levels, and collaborating with various departments to meet customer demands while minimizing costs. If you are detail-oriented, analytical, and passionate about driving operational excellence, we invite you to join our team and make a significant impact!

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules based on demand forecasts and inventory levels.
• Analyze production capacity and resource allocation to optimize efficiency across all manufacturing lines.
• Collaborate with procurement, sales, and logistics teams to ensure timely availability of materials for production.
• Monitor production processes to identify bottlenecks or inefficiencies, implementing corrective actions as necessary.
• Maintain accurate records of inventory levels, production outputs, and supply chain performance metrics.
• Participate in regular meetings with cross-functional teams to communicate production status and address challenges.
• Utilize ERP systems effectively for planning purposes while suggesting improvements where applicable.
• Prepare reports on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to production planning and inventory management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or a related field.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in production planning or supply chain management within the CPG industry.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze complex data sets and draw actionable insights.
• Proficient in using ERP systems; experience with [specific software] is a plus!
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• A team player who thrives in a collaborative environment while also being able to work independently.
• - Competitive salary and benefits package
• - Paid time off and holidays
• - Collaborative and supportive work environment

If you are a driven and experienced marketing professional looking to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our dynamic team at Brass International!