À propos de ce poste Production Planning Manager chez Flex
Job Summary
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Job Summary
To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we're looking to add a Production Planning Manager 3 to our Global Procurement & Supply Chain organization.
Reporting to the Director of Supply Chain or Operations, the Production Planning Manager 3 will lead production planning and scheduling strategies that ensure the efficient flow of materials and products across manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for driving production forecast accuracy, inventory optimization, capacity planning, and delivery performance while partnering with operations, procurement, program management, and customers to achieve business objectives. The ideal candidate is a strategic leader who can balance customer demand, operational capacity, and supply chain constraints in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
What a Typical Day Looks Like
- Lead the development and execution of production forecasts, master schedules, capacity plans, and inventory strategies to support customer requirements and operational goals.
- Partner with operations, procurement, materials, and program management teams to proactively address material constraints, production disruptions, and demand fluctuations while maintaining schedule adherence.
- Drive production planning, shop scheduling, dispatching, and production control processes to optimize throughput, inventory levels, and on-time delivery performance.
- Develop and analyze operational reports, revenue forecasts, annual operating plans (AOP), and key performance metrics to support leadership decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Lead and develop planning teams while partnering with customers and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure delivery commitments, successful product launches, and achievement of business objectives.
The Experience We're Looking to Add to the Team
- Strong expertise in production planning, master scheduling, materials management, capacity planning, forecasting, and inventory control within a manufacturing environment.
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience; Master's degree preferred.
- Typically requires a minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in production planning, supply chain, manufacturing operations, or a related field, including leadership or supervisory experience.
- Demonstrated experience leading production planning teams and driving continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations.
- Advanced knowledge of ERP/MRP systems, demand planning, inventory optimization, and production scheduling methodologies.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate complex operational data and translate insights into action plans.
- Excellent communication, leadership, relationship management, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- APICS/CPIM, CSCP, CPM, or related supply chain certification is preferred.
- Experience in electronics manufacturing, EMS, or other high-volume manufacturing environments is highly preferred.
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What you'll receive for the great work you provide:
- Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
- Life Insurance
- Short-term and Long-term Disability
- Matching 401(k) Contributions
- Vacation and Paid Sick Time
- Tuition Reimbursement
Application Deadline:
Applications for this job position will be accepted for at least five days following the job posting start date below and continuing until the end date below or until the position is filled. This posting may close sooner due to application volume.
Job Posting Start Date 08-27-2026 Job Posting End Date 11-30-2026The base pay range for this position is provided below. The final base rate offered will be determined using job-related, non-discriminatory criteria, including but not limited to experience, qualifications, geographic location, education, external market data, and internal equity.
$114,800.00 USD - $157,800.00 USD AnnualJob Category
Global Procurement & Supply ChainIs Sponsorship Available?
NoFlex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email [email protected] and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).