Strategic Production Scheduler: Plan, Align & Fulfill

Appvion, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Appvion, Inc. is seeking a Production Scheduler to lead site-level planning, material flow, and inventory execution to ensure high service levels and efficient operations.

You will translate demand into executable production plans while balancing capacity, materials, and working capital to support business goals. As a core member of the Supply Chain team, you will partner with Operations, Procurement, Customer Service, and Commercial teams to align plans with customer demand, optimize inventory,

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or materials management within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of MRP, capacity planning, inventory control, and demand alignment.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems (D365 preferred; SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and advanced Microsoft Excel/data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead site-level production planning, material flow, and inventory execution to meet customer fulfillment and service targets.
• Align production plans with customer demand, optimize inventory, and drive continuous improvement.
• Drive planning excellence to sustain 95%+ service levels and timely shipments while managing backlog and schedules.
• Manage production schedules, monitor material readiness and supplier lead times to prevent delays.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Procurement, Customer Service, and Commercial teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Data-driven decision making

Leadership

Education

Associate or Bachelor degree

Tools

D365

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

Excel

Job description

Appvion, Inc. is seeking a Production Scheduler to lead site-level planning, material flow, and inventory execution to ensure high service levels and efficient operations.

You will translate demand into executable production plans while balancing capacity, materials, and working capital to support business goals. As a core member of the Supply Chain team, you will partner with Operations, Procurement, Customer Service, and Commercial teams to align plans with customer demand, optimize inventory,