Sr. Operations Planner (1159040)

The Judge Group; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Stock options / equity opportunities

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Job summary

The Judge Group seeks a Senior Operations Planner in Andover, MA, fully onsite. The role partners with Purchasing, Production, Engineering, and Supply Chain to coordinate material flow, schedule production, and manage inventory and forecasting. Requires 10+ years in planning, APICS cert, and SAP S/4HANA experience.

Responsibilities include capacity planning, MRP conversions, and continuous improvement initiatives to support operational and financial goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and experience.
• 10+ years in master scheduling or production planning.
• APICS certification preferred.
• Experience with SAP S/4HANA or similar ERP.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong written, verbal, and analytical communication skills.
• In-depth knowledge of manufacturing operations and inventory management.
• Ability to improve planning processes and Lean initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead capacity planning to align resources with demand.
• Develop and monitor demand forecasts for planning.
• Translate orders into MRP requirements.
• Create and maintain factory production plans.
• Develop, schedule, and optimize production plans.
• Manage finished goods inventory to meet service targets.
• Collaborate with procurement, engineering, and logistics to resolve issues.
• Analyze data to improve forecast accuracy and decisions.

Skills

Master scheduling

Production planning

Demand forecasting

Capacity planning

Lean Manufacturing

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

APICS CPIM/CSCP

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

Excel

Job description

Location: Andover (CDP), MA

Salary: $100,000.00 USD Annually - $125,000.00 USD Annually

Title: Senior Operations Planner

Type: Full time

Location: Andover, MA - Fully onsite

Senior Operations Planner

The Senior Operations Planner partners closely with Purchasing, Production, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to coordinate material flow, optimize manufacturing operations, and ensure production schedules are executed efficiently. This role is responsible for capacity planning, production scheduling, inventory management, demand forecasting, and continuous improvement initiatives that support operational and financial objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage capacity planning to align production resources with customer demand and business goals.
• Develop, maintain, and monitor demand forecasts to support production and inventory planning.
• Oversee the conversion of customer sales orders into material requirements planning (MRP).
• Establish and maintain factory production plans that support financial and operational targets.
• Create, manage, and optimize production schedules.
• Monitor and manage finished goods inventory levels to meet customer service requirements while minimizing excess inventory.
• Coordinate Engineering Change Order (ECO) implementation and effective date management.
• Support new product introductions by ensuring planning, material availability, and production readiness.
• Maintain planning system data, including yields, safety stock levels, lead times, and item classifications.
• Develop, monitor, and report key planning and operational performance metrics.
• Manage master scheduled items to ensure alignment between demand, supply, and production capacity.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship across planning and cross-functional teams.
• Identify and implement best practices in production planning, inventory management, and Lean Manufacturing.
• Collaborate with procurement, manufacturing, engineering, logistics, and leadership teams to resolve supply chain and production challenges.
• Analyze operational data to identify risks, improve forecast accuracy, and support business decision-making.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in master scheduling, production planning, operations planning, or supply chain planning.
• APICS certification (CPIM, CSCP, or equivalent) preferred.
• Experience with SAP S/4HANA or similar ERP systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel.
• Strong written, verbal, and analytical communication skills.
• Extensive knowledge of manufacturing operations, production processes, inventory management, and supply chain planning.
• Proven ability to analyze complex data, identify operational constraints, and implement effective planning solutions.
• Experience managing production schedules, capacity planning, inventory optimization, and demand forecasting.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with operations, procurement, engineering, manufacturing, and leadership teams.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Continuous improvement mindset with experience supporting Lean Manufacturing and operational excellence initiatives.

Benefits Highlights

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions
• Employee stock option and equity opportunities
• Paid time off (PTO) and sick leave
• Employee wellness and workplace safety programs

Contact: [e-mail]