Strategic Master Scheduler – Automotive Production Planning

Tenneco; Napoleon (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenneco in the United States (Ohio) is seeking a Master Scheduler to align production schedules with customer demand, inventory targets, and plant capacity. You will drive material planning and cross-functional collaboration to keep production on track.

You will monitor MRP outputs, address shortages, and support new product introductions while leveraging ERP/MRP systems and SAP. The role requires Lean/Kanban knowledge and strong analytical skills to optimize manufacturing performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations Management, or related field or APICS Certification.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems.
• SAP experience preferred or required.
• Knowledge of Kanban and lean manufacturing systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the master production schedule (MPS) to support customer requirements and plant capacity.
• Review forecasts, customer demand, production schedules, and material requirements on a regular basis.
• Analyze inventory levels and product demand to establish reorder points, safety stock levels, and inventory strategies.
• Coordinate material planning activities to ensure uninterrupted production flow.
• Monitor MRP outputs and address planning exceptions and material shortages.
• Partner with Purchasing, Manufacturing, Logistics, and Customer Service to meet delivery objectives.
• Support new product introductions by coordinating material requirements, BOM reviews, and implementation schedules.
• Investigate production schedule deviations and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor inventory performance across raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives within planning and scheduling processes.
• Evaluate supply chain risks and develop contingency plans to minimize production disruptions.
• Ensure production schedules align with manpower, equipment capacity, and customer requirements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

ERP experience

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations Management, or related field

APICS Certification

Tools

SAP

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Tenneco in the United States (Ohio) is seeking a Master Scheduler to align production schedules with customer demand, inventory targets, and plant capacity. You will drive material planning and cross-functional collaboration to keep production on track.

You will monitor MRP outputs, address shortages, and support new product introductions while leveraging ERP/MRP systems and SAP. The role requires Lean/Kanban knowledge and strong analytical skills to optimize manufacturing performance.