Strategic Master Scheduler: Demand, Capacity & Delivery

Sanmina; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanmina is seeking a Master Production Scheduler in Carrollton, TX to create and manage master schedules for a complex Configure-to-Order program. You will liaise with Engineering, Sales, Production, and Shipping, ensuring resource alignment and on-time delivery.

The role requires 4–6 years of experience, strong analytical abilities, and proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Excel. Excellent communication is essential to collaborate across functions and drive schedule-driven improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business management or operations management.
• 4–6 years of experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Excel.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, capacity planning and supply chain dynamics.
• Ability to work with changing priorities and complex information.

Responsibilities

• Develop integrated master schedule for a complex Configure to Order program using demand forecasts, sales data, material supply and capacity.
• Act as a liaison between sales, production, procurement, and engineering to align resources and materials with schedules.
• Track progress, analyze performance metrics (like on-time delivery), identify risks, and troubleshoot issues.
• Prepare status reports, create department dashboards, and communicate schedule updates to stakeholders.
• Use data to drive process improvements and ensure efficient use of capacity.
• Assess and implement techniques needed to plan, schedule, control, measure and evaluate the effectiveness of production operations.
• Monitor and report any changes in sales forecasts, budgets and business strategies.
• Communicate production schedule to staff members promptly.

Skills

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business management or operations management

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Excel

Job description

Sanmina is seeking a Master Production Scheduler in Carrollton, TX to create and manage master schedules for a complex Configure-to-Order program. You will liaise with Engineering, Sales, Production, and Shipping, ensuring resource alignment and on-time delivery.

The role requires 4–6 years of experience, strong analytical abilities, and proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Excel. Excellent communication is essential to collaborate across functions and drive schedule-driven improvements.