Supply Chain Planning Manager

DSJ Global; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

DSJ Global is seeking a Supply Chain Planning Manager in Augusta, GA to lead production planning and scheduling in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will oversee a team of 8 planners, drive on-time material availability, and partner with procurement, production and warehouse teams to resolve shortages.

The role demands high-urgency decision-making, strong leadership, and hands-on use of ERP systems (AS400 or similar) to optimize capacity and throughput while maintaining data accuracy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or related field.
• 3–7+ years experience in material planning, production scheduling, or supply chain in manufacturing.
• Experience leading or supervising planners or similar roles.
• Ability to work in high-volume, deadline-driven environments with constant changes.
• Experience with ERP systems (AS400 preferred; other systems acceptable).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily and weekly production planning and scheduling to support manufacturing operations.
• Supervise and develop a team of planners, driving accountability and performance.
• Ensure material availability to support on-time production and delivery.
• Operate in a high-urgency, fast-paced environment and adjust plans as needed.
• Partner with procurement, production, warehouse, and operations to resolve shortages.
• Continuously monitor and adjust schedules to optimize capacity, inventory, and throughput.
• Utilize ERP systems (AS400 or similar) to manage planning and data accuracy.
• Analyze planning metrics and drive corrective actions.
• Identify risks to production and elevate with recovery plans.

Skills

Team leadership

Production planning

Scheduling

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Operations/Business

Tools

AS400

Job description

The Supply Chain Planning Manager is responsible for leading production planning and scheduling activities within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role ensures timely availability of materials, alignment of production schedules, and efficient execution to meet customer demand and operational targets. The ideal candidate thrives in high-intensity, urgent settings and is comfortable leading a team while adapting quickly to changing priorities.

This position oversees a team of 8 planners and requires a 5-day onsite presence to support real-time decision-making and cross-functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

The Supply Chain Planning Manager is responsible for leading production planning and scheduling activities within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role ensures timely availability of materials, alignment of production schedules, and efficient execution to meet customer demand and operational targets. The ideal candidate thrives in high-intensity, urgent settings and is comfortable leading a team while adapting quickly to changing priorities.

This position oversees a team of 8 planners and requires a 5-day onsite presence to support real-time decision-making and cross-functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily and weekly production planning and scheduling activities to support manufacturing operations
• Supervise, coach, and develop a team of 6 material planners, driving accountability and performance
• Ensure material availability to support uninterrupted production and on-time customer delivery
• Operate effectively in a high-urgency, fast-paced environment, adjusting plans quickly based on demand fluctuations, supply constraints, and operational challenges
• Partner cross-functionally with procurement, production, warehouse, and operations teams to resolve material shortages and scheduling conflicts
• Continuously monitor and adjust production schedules to optimize capacity, inventory levels, and throughput
• Utilize ERP systems (AS400 or similar) to manage planning, track materials, and maintain data accuracy
• Analyze key planning metrics (shortages, backorders, inventory levels) and drive corrective actions
• Proactively identify risks to production and elevate with clear recovery plans

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience preferred)
• 3-7+ years experience in material planning, production scheduling, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment
• Prior experience leading or supervising planners or similar roles
• Ability to perform in high-volume, deadline-driven environments with constant changes
• Experience with ERP systems (AS400 preferred; other systems acceptable)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills