Supervisor, Production Planning
Mattson Technology
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and maintain production and material planning schedules in alignment with demand forecasts and available capacity.
- Ensure availability of raw materials and finished goods to support uninterrupted production and achievement of on-time delivery performance.
- Monitor and control inventory levels to maintain optimal stock balance while minimizing excess and obsolete (E&O) inventory.
- Identify, assess, and manage E&O risks, and drive timely mitigation actions with relevant stakeholders.
- Coordinate cross-functional functions to resolve supply, capacity, and scheduling constraints.
- Track, analyze, and report key performance indicators (KPIs), including on-time delivery, schedule adherence, inventory accuracy, and related risk metrics.
- Prepare and present periodic management reports, including PowerPoint presentations, for senior management review.
- Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives and cross-functional projects to enhance planning processes and system effectiveness.
- Maintain accurate and timely planning data within ERP/MRP systems.
- Support ad-hoc tasks, urgent requirements, and special assignments as assigned by management to ensure business continuity and operational needs.
Requirements
- Minimum 8-10 years of relevant experience in production planning, materials planning, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment.
- Strong experience in inventory control, including Excess & Obsolete (E&O) management.
- Experience in project or process improvement initiatives within supply chain or operations.
- Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or equivalent) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Ability to prepare management presentations (PPT) with strong analytical and data visualization skills.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving capabilities.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing environment.