Sr. Master Planner Specialist

Canadian Solar Inc.; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

CS Power Systems, a cutting-edge division of Canadian Solar, is seeking a seasoned Production & Capacity Planning leader to drive master production scheduling across multiple manufacturing sites. You translate demand forecasts into executable plans and lead S&OP processes to align supply with business goals.

Responsibilities include optimizing inventory, maintaining capacity plans, and ensuring ERP/MRP data integrity while collaborating with procurement and operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
• 5+ years of manufacturing planning or operations planning experience.
• 3+ years in Master Planning, Production Planning, or leadership roles.
• Experience in high-volume manufacturing environments.
• Advanced ERP/MRP experience (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, MAPICS, MACPAC, or equivalent).
• Experience supporting S&OP and S&OE processes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Advanced Excel and reporting tools experience.
• Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and drive execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and maintenance of enterprise master production schedules across multiple sites.
• Translate forecasts, orders, inventories, and capacity into executable plans.
• Maintain rolling production plans to optimize capacity, labor, and inventory.
• Manage finite and rough-cut capacity planning to identify bottlenecks and mitigation.
• Ensure level-loaded schedules supporting commitments and stability.
• Facilitate monthly S&OP and weekly S&OE processes.
• Align demand, supply, inventory, and capacity with business goals.
• Provide scenario analysis and recommendations for executive decisions.
• Drive inventory policy, safety stock, and replenishment strategies.
• Lead PFEP strategy and collaborate with procurement to improve material availability.
• Drive ERP/MRP analytics and ensure data integrity for planning data.

Skills

5+ years planning experience

Cross-functional influence

Advanced Excel

Analytical thinking

S&OP process experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

MAPICS

MACPAC

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

At CS Power Systems, we’re on a mission to transform lives by delivering clean, solar-powered electricity to millions worldwide—and we’re just getting started. As a cutting-edge division of Canadian Solar, a global leader founded in 2001, we stand at the forefront of manufacturing high-performance solar panels, inverters, and advanced energy storage solutions. In this fast-growing, high-impact industry, our deep commitment to sustainability drives everything we do, creating innovative technologies that power a brighter, greener future.

Across Canadian Solar’s powerful ecosystem—including CS Power Systems, CSPowerTech, e-STORAGE, Recurrent Energy, MSS, and CSI Solar—we’re deeply invested in our people’s success. If you’re passionate about renewable energy and want to "Make the Difference" by building a lasting positive impact on the planet and communities everywhere, join us at CS Power Systems —where your talent can help shape the clean energy revolution.

Responsibilities include:

Production & Capacity Planning

• Lead development and maintenance of enterprise master production schedules (MPS) across multiple manufacturing sites.
• Translate demand forecasts, customer orders, inventory targets, and capacity constraints into executable production plans.
• Develop and maintain rolling production plans that optimize capacity utilization, labor efficiency, and inventory investment.
• Manage finite and rough-cut capacity planning processes to identify bottlenecks and mitigation plans.
• Ensure level-loaded production schedules that support customer commitments and operational stability.

Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP)

• Facilitate monthly S&OP and weekly S&OE processes.
• Align demand, supply, inventory, and capacity plans with business objectives.
• Evaluate risks and opportunities related to forecast changes, capacity constraints, and material shortages.
• Provide scenario analysis and recommendations to support executive decision-making.

Inventory & Material Strategy

• Establish inventory planning policies, safety stock strategies, and replenishment methodologies.
• Drive inventory optimization initiatives while maintaining production continuity and customer service levels.
• Monitor inventory health, excess and obsolete inventory, inventory accuracy, and working capital performance.
• Lead PFEP (Plan for Every Part) strategy development, including part segmentation and replenishment parameters.
• Collaborate with Procurement and Supplier Management teams to improve material availability and supplier performance.

ERP/MRP Systems & Analytics

• Drive effective use of ERP/MRP planning systems to improve planning accuracy and execution.
• Analyze planning data and develop dashboards that provide visibility to demand, supply, inventory, and delivery performance.
• Ensure planning master data integrity including lead times, planning parameters, BOMs, and inventory records.
• Utilize data analytics to identify trends, risks, and continuous improvement opportunities.
• All other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing planning, materials management, supply chain, or operations planning.
• 3+ years of progressive experience in Master Planning, Production Planning, or Supply Chain leadership roles.
• Strong experience in high-volume manufacturing environments.
• Advanced ERP/MRP experience (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, MAPICS, MACPAC, or equivalent).
• Demonstrated experience supporting S&OP and S&OE processes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and reporting tools experience.
• Proven ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and drive execution.

Preferred Qualifications

• APICS/ASCM CPIM, CSCP, or CLTD certification.
• Experience in solar, electronics, semiconductors, automotive, or other high-volume manufacturing industries.
• Experience supporting multi-site manufacturing operations.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Kanban, PFEP, and Demand-Driven Planning methodologies.
• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or other business intelligence tools.
• Bilingual English/Mandarin is a plus.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer

• Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, filing, and operating office equipment

• Occasional standing, walking, bending, and reaching

• Ability to lift and carry light office materials (up to 10–15 lbs), such as files or office supplies

• Visual acuity to read screens, documents, and reports

• Ability to attend meetings and interact with employees, clients, and vendors

• May require occasional overtime or weekend support

• Ability to work on-site and coordinate with cross-functional teams

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