About this role
CSP is the industry leader in the formulation and molding of lightweight, advanced composite components for the transportation industries. As an innovative, full-service Tier One supplier, we offer an entrepreneurial environment where you’re only limited by your own imagination. In addition to our team-focused environment, we provide industry-leading benefits, called BENEfits4U. Our comprehensive offering includes: affordable medical, dental, and vision care; flexible spending accounts; life insurance; 401k with company match and much, much more.
Job Description
Essential Job Functions
- Develop and maintain the Master Production Schedule (MPS) to support customer demand and plant capacity.
- Convert customer releases and forecasts into executable production schedules.
- Monitor production schedule adherence and adjust schedules as needed to respond to demand fluctuations or operational constraints.
- Maintain accurate scheduling parameters and planning data within the ERP/MRP system.
- Materials & Inventory Coordination
- Align production schedules with material availability and supplier commitments.
- Monitor inventory levels to ensure appropriate stock levels while minimizing excess inventory.
- Support demand planning and Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) activities.
- Supervise the Supplier Scheduler responsible for supplier releases and inbound material flow.
- Ensure supplier schedules and forecasts are aligned with production requirements.
- Monitor supplier delivery performance and support resolution of supply disruptions.
- Partner with Operations, Quality, Logistics, and Customer Service to ensure production schedules support plant objectives.
- Communicate schedule priorities and updates during daily production meetings.
- Identify opportunities to improve scheduling processes, system accuracy, and supply chain efficiency.
- Support lean manufacturing initiatives related to material flow and production planning.
- This role directly supervises the Supplier Scheduler and is responsible for coordinating supplier release activities and ensuring inbound material supply supports the production schedule.
Core Competencies
- Production Planning & Scheduling
- Supply Chain Coordination
- Analytical Problem Solving
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Leadership & Team Development
- Inventory & Materials Management
- ERP/MRP Systems Proficiency
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in production scheduling, materials planning, or supply chain operations in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems.
- Experience interpreting customer demand signals or forecasts.
- Experience in a Tier 1 automotive manufacturing environment.
- Experience with EDI customer releases and automotive scheduling requirements.
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and inventory management practices.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Operations Management, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience.
If you enjoy innovation, and an opportunity to learn and contribute to a growing organization, CSP is the place for you!