Master Production Scheduler (Nuevo Laredo)

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and publish the monthly shipment plan by product (POR – President’s Operating Report).
• Create and maintain the Master Plan for materials and production capacity to meet customer demand and service level goals (PDSL 95%, RDSL 90%, LT 28 days average, late backlog targets).
• Review incoming orders and balance production lines according to the plan.
• Work with Sales, Marketing, and Manufacturing to determine forecasts and review plan performance (S&OP;).
• Review and confirm the Master Plan for S&OP.;
• Maintain material orders for product families, including engineering changes.
• Collaborate with Purchasing on supplier transitions.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels aligned with demand and inventory goals.
• Review and manage obsolete and excess inventory.
• Determine if lead times need adjustment based on material availability.
• Support new product introduction with inventory planning.
• Coordinate with Engineering on new product launches and design changes.
• Analyze and update planning parameters (safety stock, kanban, min‑max).
• Lead, assign work, and identify training needs for planners.
• Follow up on assigned activities until completion.
• Participate in safety and hygiene activities.
• Comply with training programs.
• Support cost reduction initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with company safety regulations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Role Overview

The Master Production Planner is responsible for material planning at the product family level to ensure alignment with the business unit’s plan. This role organizes and develops the master production schedule based on demand, production line capacity, and customer requirements. The position works closely with Marketing and Supply Chain to ensure the achievement of key objectives.

Qualifications

• Experience handling information from planning, purchasing, and production areas.
• Experience developing and monitoring planning and operations KPIs.
• Advanced knowledge