Senior Production Planner

Dechra; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

41 days of holidays

Weekly wellness sessions

Flexible work arrangements

200% employer 401k match

Full health and financial benefits

Job summary

A leading veterinary pharmaceuticals company in Fort Worth is seeking a Senior Production Planner to oversee materials planning and production at its manufacturing site. The role requires managing logistics and supplier relationships ensuring timely deliveries with the right quality. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years in production planning, strong ERP/MRP skills, and excellent communication abilities. Full-time position with a collaborative work culture and a focus on employee well-being, including a generous benefits package.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in a Production Planning or Scheduling environment.
• Experience in regulated manufacturing (GMP preferred but not essential).
• Strong ERP/MRP and intermediate Excel skills.
• Excellent communication and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage buyer/planner responsibilities and ERP system integration.
• Control inventory and supplier performance.
• Collaborate with internal teams and global procurement.

Skills

Production Planning

Regulated Manufacturing

ERP/MRP Systems

Excel

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's in Business, Logistics, or Supply Chain

Job description

Base Pay Range

$85,000.00/yr - $95,000.00/yr

Job Overview

At Dechra, we’re proud to be a growing global specialist in veterinary pharmaceuticals. With operations in 27 countries and a team of nearly 2,000 colleagues, our mission is simple: to sustainably improve animal health and welfare worldwide.

We’re looking for a Senior Production Planner to join our Fort Worth manufacturing site. This is a key onsite role, responsible for overseeing materials planning, production planning, logistics, and supplier relationships to ensure our products arrive on time, with the right quality, at the right place and price.

Roles & Responsibilities

You’ll manage everything from buyer/planner responsibilities and ERP system integration to inventory control and supplier performance. You’ll work closely with internal teams and global procurement to drive cost‑saving initiatives and ensure smooth material flow for manufacturing.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in Production Planning / Scheduling environment
• Experience in regulated manufacturing (GMP preferred but not essential)
• Strong ERP/MRP and intermediate Excel skills
• Excellent communication and analytical abilities
• A BS in Business, Logistics, or Supply Chain (or equivalent experience)

Why Dechra?

Our values — Dedication, Enjoyment, Courage, Honesty, Relationships, and Ambition — are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a collaborative, inclusive culture where your growth matters.

Benefits

With 41 days holidays, a people‑first values‑based culture, we provide free weekly wellness sessions focused on our employee’s physical and mental wellbeing, and flexible work arrangements. We offer a generous 200% employer 401k match and other incentives for long‑term financial wellness. Our full array of health, financial and voluntary benefit programs are what you would expect from a recognized Best Place to Work.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Supply Chain and Production