Strategic Planning & Logistics Lead (Remote-friendly)

EPTA GROUP

Columbus (GA)

Hybrid

USD 80,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Epta Group in Columbus, GA is seeking a Planning & Logistics Manager to lead production planning, raw material warehousing, and material flow across manufacturing areas. You will drive on-time delivery, optimize capacity, and ensure inventory accuracy while coordinating with Purchasing and Plant Leadership.

The role requires 5+ years in logistics or warehouse operations, strong experience with WMS and ERP systems, and a focus on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

At least 5 years of experience managing warehouse operations, inventory control, or logistics.
Proven experience with WMS (Warehouse Management Systems), ERP (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics), and TMS (Transportation Management Systems).

Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of the plant's production planning and scheduling process to ensure on-time delivery, optimal capacity utilization, and efficient workflow across all manufacturing areas.
Create and maintain master production schedules aligned with customer demand, plant capacity, labor availability, inventory targets, and business priorities.
Manage all internal logistics operations, including raw material warehousing, material handling, inventory replenishment, kitting, and line-side delivery processes.
Ensure uninterrupted material availability for production through effective inventory control, stock monitoring, and coordination with the Purchasing department.
Establish and maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counting processes, material transaction discipline, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
Optimize material flow, warehouse layout, storage strategies, and replenishment systems to support productivity, space utilization, and operational efficiency.
Monitor and manage KPIs including schedule adherence, production plan attainment, material availability, inventory accuracy, picking accuracy, warehouse productivity, and inventory turns.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on planning effectiveness, inventory reduction, lead time improvement, material flow optimization, and cost reduction.
Lead, coach, and develop team members through performance management, training, succession planning, and continuous skills development.
Provide regular reporting and analysis to Plant Leadership on forecast accuracy, production performance, inventory health, material shortages, operational risks, and improvement opportunities