Production Planning Manager at RPS North America

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Manufacturing, Steel, Oil & GasIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, operations management, business, mathematics or finance
  • Minimum of three years of experience in manufacturing planning and/or OCTG & small diameter line pipe business
  • Process oriented, persuasive, and capable of supporting accuracy and functionality in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent time management and understanding that hours will vary weekly based on demands of the role and monthly planning cycles
  • Proficient in managing and analyzing various levels of supply chain processes (e.g., capacity planning, raw material planning, inventory planning, shipping and logistics)
  • Excellent analytical skills
  • Good written and oral communication skills
  • Aptitude for problem solving and troubleshooting
  • Comfort dealing with ambiguity
  • Experience dealing with multi-site operations is preferred
  • Strong people skills; able to deal with opposing opinions and contribute to reaching compromise
  • Computer proficient with experience in spreadsheets, word processing (Microsoft Office)

Responsibilities

  • Manages the overall planning cycle for OCTG and SD line pipe mills
  • Monitors production of customer orders through each plant process
  • Ensures all procedures are regularly reviewed and updated following established quality policies and company guidelines as well as develops new procedures as necessary to support added functions and responsibilities of the role and department
  • Manages mill file reviews for OCTG and SD line pipe production
  • Key point person during monthly planning cycle for projecting sales and developing baseline plans
  • Provides regular updates on production and mill availability with management group for all OCTG & SD line pipe facilities
  • Ensures that the production schedules are updated based on changes in customer requirements, production limitations and raw material availability
  • Facilitates negotiations/resolutions between production, sales, shipping and other departments
  • Manages and generates reports on raw material, work in progress and finished goods inventory
  • Manages and reviews planning reports for key performance indicators for the team
  • Attends the forecast meetings and understands drivers, challenges assumptions, and leads the team to agreement on the total demand plan
  • Ensures that raw material is ordered and closely coordinates customer plans with supply planning
  • Performs other essential duties as assigned by PRM or defined by company objectives
  • Monitors, manages and accurately reports the forecast for physical inventory levels for Alberta mills

Skills

Production Planning
Scheduling
Demand Planning
Supply Chain Management
Material Requirements Planning
Inventory Management
OCTG
Line Pipe
Mill Operations
Sales Forecasting
Capacity Planning

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

Risks

Increased competition from AECOM with new regional director.
Acquisition by Tetra Tech may impact client relationships.
Internal competition from NEO Material Development Kit could cause brand confusion.

Differentiation

RPS Group offers a wide range of consulting and advisory services.
The company has a strong focus on sustainability and environmental consulting.
RPS leverages its global presence and multidisciplinary teams for tailored solutions.

Upsides

Increased demand for environmental consulting due to global sustainability focus.
Growing interest in digital transformation aligns with RPS's expertise.
Expansion of green finance offers new project opportunities for RPS.

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