Master Production Planner (Isla Guadalupe)

We are looking for an Expert Master Production Scheduler to act as the single point of accountability for the Master Production Schedule (MPS) in a complex manufacturing environment. This role goes beyond scheduling—it is a strategic orchestration position responsible for converting demand signals into a stable, capacity‑feasible, and execution‑ready plan across manufacturing, kitting, staging, and shipment. You will play a critical role in balancing customer commitments, operational constraints, and material availability, while driving predictability, discipline, and continuous improvement across the end‑to‑end supply chain.

Benefits: Career Development, Competitive Compensation, and Benefits.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the MPS: Define and manage the Master Production Schedule end‑to‑end (what & when), ensuring stability while enabling controlled changes.
• Plan with constraints: Convert demand into a capacity‑feasible plan, anticipating bottlenecks and driving recovery actions.
• Align execution: Synchronize MPS with MRP, Purchasing, and Operations; lead weekly alignment on build, kit, and ship priorities.
• Drive priorities: Translate business needs into a clear must‑build / must‑ship plan and lead scenario‑based decisions.
• Ensure data & systems excellence: Own planning master data and act as SAP power user to guarantee reliable execution.
• Own performance: Track KPIs (Schedule Adherence, OTIF, Plan Stability), lead root‑cause analysis, and drive continuous improvement.

Key Deliverables

• Weekly/monthly MPS + exception management.
• Capacity outlook with recovery plans.
• Order release strategy (what / when / why).
• Clear priorities translated to shop‑floor execution.
• KPI dashboards with actionable insights.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, or related field.
• +5–8 years of experience in Production Scheduling, Production Planning within manufacturing plants, and shop‑floor execution environments.
• Proven hands‑on experience with Production order creation and management, shop‑floor coordination, Manufacturing execution.
• Strong experience in SAP PP (Production Planning) (MM‑only profiles will not be considered).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience working in capacity‑constrained environments.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• English proficiency (written and verbal).