Central Planning Manager at RPS North America

St. Charles, Illinois, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Aerospace, DefenseIndustries

Requirements

Master’s degree in business administration or industrial engineering or the equivalent combination of training, education and experience
A minimum of five (5) years production scheduling or supply chain management experience
Aerospace industry experience
Previous leadership experience and APICS Certification are both preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Office, with superior proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Expert experience with an ERP system is required
Ability to understand manufacturing processes and associated workflows
High level of ethics with strong integrity
Ability to work in a dynamic environment with multiple priorities and shifting time requirements
Ability to promote a participative, team-oriented environment, working professionally with customers, subordinates, employees, vendors, etc
Adept at managing change, setting and meeting goals, delegating effectively, identifying and developing talent, giving and receiving feedback
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical materials, write reports, business correspondence, work instructions and procedure manuals
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, customers, employees and vendors

Responsibilities

Implementation and Management of the Sales & Operations Process
Development of the master schedule to be in line with the customer demand, in close collaboration with Program Management and Operations
Implement and monitor the Capacity review cycle with site production control managers
Perform schedule risk analysis, provide results to internal/external customer and facilitate recommended improvement activities
Monitoring of production control metrics
Train Production Control teams on SIOP, MRP & kanban methodologies
Development of the demand flow of new programs/processes/transfers of work as required, in close collaboration with Program Management
Participate in special projects or perform special tasks as identified by management
Manage Transfer of Work projects
Provide leadership necessary to integrate change and risk management

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

SIOPMRPKanbanMaster Production SchedulingProduction ControlCapacity PlanningSchedule Risk Analysis

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the location for the Central Planning Manager position?

The position is located at St. Charles, MO – Corporate location.

What education and experience are required for this role?

A Master’s degree in business administration or industrial engineering (or equivalent) is required, along with a minimum of five years of production scheduling or supply chain management experience. Aerospace industry experience, previous leadership experience, and APICS Certification are preferred.

What key skills are needed for the Central Planning Manager?

Proficiency in Microsoft Office with superior proficiency in Microsoft Excel, expert experience with an ERP system, and the ability to understand manufacturing processes and associated workflows are required.

What is the salary or compensation for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate for the Central Planning Manager role?

Candidates with aerospace industry experience, previous leadership experience, APICS Certification, and the ability to demonstrate high ethics, strong integrity, and work effectively in a dynamic environment will stand out.

RPS North America

Global consulting firm for diverse sectors

About RPS North America

RPS North America provides consulting and advisory services across various sectors, including property, energy, transport, defense, government services, and water resources. The company helps clients, which range from large corporations to non-profits, navigate complex challenges and achieve regulatory compliance through a wide array of services. These services include management consulting, environmental consulting, project management, and digital solutions, among others. RPS North America stands out from its competitors by leveraging its deep expertise and global presence to deliver tailored solutions that meet specific client needs. The company's goal is to drive sustainable growth and address critical issues such as infrastructure development and risk management, ensuring a consistent demand for its high-value services.

Delft, NetherlandsHeadquarters

1970Year Founded

$31.5KTotal Funding

ACQUISITIONCompany Stage

Consulting, Energy, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries

5,001-10,000Employees