Advanced Planning & Scheduling ManagerThis position must be based in the Atlanta, GA or Byron Center, MI area.The Advanced Planning & Scheduling Manager is responsible for the implementation, support, adoption, and continuous improvement of the company's Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS) software across multiple manufacturing facilities. This role serves as the primary owner of APS-related manufacturing master data, including Bills of Material (BOMs), Routings, Machines, Work Centers, Production Calendars, Capacity Parameters, and related planning data.The position partners closely with Operations, Planning, Engineering, Customer Service, IT, and Plant Leadership to ensure system accuracy, process standardization, and successful deployment of APS capabilities. This role is responsible for documenting best practices, developing repeatable implementation processes, training users, supporting change management initiatives, and monitoring plant adoption and performance metrics to drive continuous operational improvements.Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities (Other duties as assigned)Lead and support the implementation of APS software in all sites Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for APS functionality, system processes, and manufacturing planning workflowsReview and analyze APS system outputs versus existing routing and planning times to identify variances, trends, and opportunities related to floor efficiency, planning accuracy, idle capacity, and unplanned downtimeCoordinate implementation between plant personnel, IT resources & software vendorAssist plants in identifying and resolving system-related planning and master data issuesDevelop training materials, user guides, and onboarding programs for APS system usersEnsure data integrity, accuracy, and consistency within the ERP system and related business systems used to support manufacturing, planning, and order execution Own and govern all APS-related master records across all plants, including: Bill of Materials, Routings, Machines, Work Center, Production Calendar, Capacity Constraints, and planning attributesSupport alignment between ERP and APS systems to maintain accurate planning and scheduling informationDevelop, document, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), workflows, and best practices related to APS processes and master data management.Establish standard processes to promote consistency of APS practices throughout the organizationPropose, test, and implement process improvements and automation within the ERP and APS to improve data quality, efficiency, and scalabilityEnsure accuracy of product attributes and manufacturing parameters, auditing consistency across Items, BOMs, and RoutingsPromote and enforce safety as a top priority, complying with company policies and regulatory standards while working in office, warehouse, and manufacturing environments.Regular, reliable, and predictable attendance is requiredEducation & ExperienceAssociate degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred, or 5+ years of experience in a related fieldExperience in production planning through ERP, APS, or related business system.Proficiency with Office 365Excellent communication skills, both written and verbalStrong critical thinking skillsAbility to work independentlyStrong planning and organizational skillsSkills & AbilitiesStrong project management and organizational skillsAbility to serve as a liaison with other functional areas and customersExcellent communication skills – Verbal & Written, PresentationKnowledge of EPS products and customer requirements, as well as capability limitationsProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and PeopleSoft ERP systemExperience with ERP systems, APS applications, reporting tools, and business intelligence platformsAnticipates what needs to be done and proceeds without direction, autonomouslyMotivates and positively influences others, promoting a climate of involvement and cooperation and teamworkAbility to plan a work schedule, establish goals and prioritiesActs fairly in business dealings, maintains core values of honesty and integrity in all activitiesSets well-defined outcomes for tasks and tracks progress against the taskExhibits core values of a solid work ethic and commitment when executing duties.
Must be fluent in the English language, both in writing and speaking.Physical Demands and Work EnvironmentGeneral office environment. Personal protective equipment required in warehouse and manufacturing environmentsFrequently required to talk, hear, sit, and use hand to finger (key or write), handle, orOccasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and armsRepetitive computer and administrative tasks require constant hand activity, including: gripping/grasping, writing and/or typingFast paced environmentIrregular and long hours may be requiredTravel will be necessary – up to 10% of timeOtherThe duties of this job may vary slightly across divisions and locations. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.