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Planning Manager
full-time•Exton
About this role
Company Description
NETZSCH Pumps & Systems is a global specialist in complex fluid management, with our employees’ well-being and our customers' satisfaction as our top priorities. NETZSCH has been developing, producing and distributing positive displacement pumps worldwide for more than 70 years. Headquartered in Exton, PA, just outside of Philadelphia, NETZSCH Pumps USA, also has a facility in Houston, TX.
Job Description
NETZSCH Pumps USA is looking for a Planning Manager to work out of the Exton, PA facility. The Planning Manager plays a crucial role in optimizing manufacturing operations by overseeing production planning, scheduling, inventory management, and resource allocation to meet our customers requested lead times. This position collaborates closely with the Production Managers in each location to create efficient production plans while ensuring timely availability of materials and the Customer Experience Center to keep the customer informed.
The Planning Manager will perform the following duties among others:
- Lead and mentor a team including a Production Scheduler and Purchasing Specialist
- Collaborate with production and purchasing staff to develop and adjust production schedules, and ensure efficient communication and coordination.
- Manage inventory and procurement both domestically and internationally
- Monitor performance metrics such as on-time delivery and throughput
- Drive process improvements using Kaizen.
- Work with other departments—including sales, logistics, engineering, and the Customer Experience Center—to align production plans with business goals and quickly resolve operational issues.
Qualifications
Successful candidates will have previous experience with Production Planning, Supply Chain Management or related field. In addition candidates should have;
- Proficiency in planning software
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Leadership skills and a track record of improving production efficiency
- Degree in business administration, engineering or related field is preferred
- Ability to work on-site in Exton, PA
Additional Information
NETZSCH offers a full benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, Life, STD, LTD, 401k with Company match, tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.
What you'll do
- The Planning Manager oversees production planning, scheduling, inventory management, and resource allocation to meet customer lead times. This role involves collaboration with Production Managers and other departments to create efficient production plans and resolve operational issues.
About NETZSCH Group
We are a mid-sized, family-owned German company engaging in the manufacture of machinery and instrumentation with worldwide production, sales, and service branches. Without losing view of our regional roots, we strive for global market penetration. Regionality and globality are not mutually exclusive terms in our world.
Our business units stand for individual solutions at the highest level. More than 4,000 employees in 36 countries and a worldwide sales and service network ensure customer proximity and competent service.
At the same time, our performance standards are high. We promise our customers Proven Excellence - outstanding performance in all areas. We have been proving that we can do this time and again since 1873.
The NETZSCH Group consists of three Business Units under the umbrella of the Erich NETZSCH GmbH & Co. Holding KG:
1️⃣ Pumps & Systems
Always the right positive displacement pump for your application.
2️⃣ Grinding & Dispersing
Comprehensive machine program for wet and dry grinding as well as mixing, dispersing, homogenizing and classifying.
3️⃣ Analyzing & Testing
Thermal analysis instruments, instruments for the determination of thermophysical properties and fire testers.
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What does a Planning Manager do at NETZSCH Group?
As a Planning Manager at NETZSCH Group, you will: the Planning Manager oversees production planning, scheduling, inventory management, and resource allocation to meet customer lead times. This role involves collaboration with Production Managers and other departments to create efficient production plans and resolve operational issues..
Is the Planning Manager position at NETZSCH Group remote?
The Planning Manager position at NETZSCH Group is based in Exton, Pennsylvania, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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