Director of Manufacturing Planning and OE
Are you a proven supply chain and lean leader who thrives in a high-volume, precision manufacturing environment? We are seeking a Director of Manufacturing Planning and OE to lead planning, internal logistics, tactical purchasing, industrial engineering and Lean stratagies for a world-class manufacturing operation.
This is a high-impact, visible role with direct influence on operational performance, production flow, and the long-term deployment of a lean management system across the facility.
What You'll Do
Lead end-to-end supply chain and materials operations, including:
- Production planning and capacity management using SAP
- SIOP process development and optimization
- Tactical purchasing, inventory management, and order management
- Internal logistics and warehouse operations
- New product introduction support and BOM/routing accuracy
Drive the Lean Manufacturing roadmap:
- Deploy Shop Floor Management systems and lead Kaizen events
- Champion 6S and continuous improvement culture
- Conduct MTM studies and support cost reduction initiatives
Partner with senior leadership on:
- Supply chain strategy aligned with corporate goals
- Cost analysis for productivity improvements and new products
- Data-driven decision-making and performance reporting
What We're Looking For
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experience
- Deep expertise in SIOP, supply chain management, production planning, and lean manufacturing
- Experience in sheet metal fabrication, coating, or electrical cabinet assembly or relevant strongly preferred
- Proficiency in SAP and MS Office
- Proven leadership in a matrix manufacturing environment
- Up to 10% travel
Preferred:
- APICS/ASCM certification
Why This Role
- Competitive compensation and strong benefits
- Profitable and stable organization positioned for long-term growth, supporting high-demand markets such as data centers, artificial intelligence, industrial automation, and energy
- Real ownership of a lean transformation with leadership visibility
- Professional development and certification support
- Collaborative, innovation-driven culture with global reach
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This position is listed as full time and onsite.