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Responsibilities include determining proper ABC classification, accurate forecasting, and developing statistical mixes for planning bills. The role also involves managing safety stock, reorder points, MIN/MAX levels, and periods of supply to optimize inventory, customer service, and total cost of ownership. This position supports multiple plants in Mexico and the US.\nProduction Planner/Scheduler\nWe are seeking an experienced Production Planner/Scheduler to join our manufacturing team. This role is responsible for developing and maintaining production schedules based on available capacity and material availability, ensuring on-time delivery while proactively identifying and mitigating risks across a 2-8 week fixed planning horizon. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical skills with cross-functional collaboration to drive operational excellence.\nKey Responsibilities\nDevelop, maintain, and communicate production schedules based on determination of available capacity and material availability to support customer demand and delivery commitments\nCollaborate with Production and Manufacturing Engineering to assess available and necessary capacity to achieve market demand, incorporating capacity changes into the development and maintenance of production schedules\nManage new product development and introduction (NPI) activities relative to production planning and scheduling, ensuring proper scheduling based on capacity ramp plans and material availability to support successful product launches\nManage a 2-8 week fixed planning horizon, proactively identifying capacity constraints, material shortages, and other risks to achieving schedule adherence\nPerform capacity planning analysis to balance workload against available resources, identifying bottlenecks and recommending corrective actions\nCollaborate closely with Purchasing/Procurement teams to identify material shortages that may impact production schedules and drive timely resolution\nEscalate risks and constraints appropriately to leadership with recommended mitigation plans, ensuring proactive resolution before schedule impact occurs\nMonitor and adjust schedules in response to changing priorities, equipment downtime, quality issues, or supply disruptions\nLeverage ERP/MRP systems to manage production orders, material requirements, and capacity planning functions\nMine data from source systems and build tools (reports, dashboards, models) to facilitate production planning, scheduling visibility, and risk mitigation\nPartner with cross-functional NPI teams to align capacity ramp timelines, material readiness, and production scheduling milestones\nParticipate in daily/weekly production meetings to communicate schedule status, constraints, and recovery plans\nDrive continuous improvement in planning processes, tools, and cross-functional communication\nRequired Qualifications\nExperience: 3-5 years of direct experience in production planning and scheduling within a manufacturing environment\nERP/MRP Proficiency: Demonstrated hands-on experience with ERP/MRP systems for production planning, material requirements planning, and capacity management\nCapacity Planning: Strong understanding of capacity planning principles, including finite/infinite capacity modeling, constraint identification, and load balancing\nMaterial Planning: Proven ability to assess material availability, coordinate with procurement on shortage resolution, and incorporate material constraints into production schedules\n Data & Tools: Ability to extract and analyze data from source systems and build planning tools (e.g., Excel models, queries, reports, dashboards) to support scheduling decisions and risk identification\nCollaboration: Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally with Purchasing, Manufacturing, Engineering, and other stakeholders to resolve constraints and drive alignment\nCommunication: Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to escalate issues clearly and drive accountability for resolution\n Education: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)\nPreferred Qualifications\nERP experience with Oracle (Oracle EBS, Oracle Cloud, or Oracle SCM) strongly preferred\nExperience with advanced planning tools or scheduling software (e.g., Oracle ASCP, Preactor, PlanetTogether)\nProficiency in data analysis tools such as SQL, Power BI, Tableau, or advanced Excel (VBA, Power Query, pivot tables)\nExperience in discrete or process manufacturing environments with complex BOMs and multi-level scheduling\nExperience supporting new product introduction (NPI) planning, including capacity ramp and material readiness coordination\nFamiliarity with Lean Manufacturing, S&OP, or demand planning processes\nCore Competencies\nProactive Problem Solving - Anticipates issues before they impact production and drives resolution\nAnalytical Thinking - Translates data into actionable scheduling decisions and risk assessments\nSense of Urgency - Operates with appropriate urgency to protect schedule commitments\nCross-Functional Influence - Effectively partners across departments without direct authority\nDetail Orientation - Maintains accuracy in complex, multi-variable planning environments\nAdaptability - Adjusts plans quickly in response to dynamic manufacturing conditions\nWhat Success Looks Like\nProduction schedules are achievable, well-communicated, and consistently met\nCapacity and material risks are identified early within the planning horizon and resolved proactively\nStrong, collaborative relationships exist with Procurement, Manufacturing, Engineering, and NPI teams\nNew product introductions are seamlessly integrated into production schedules with minimal disruption\nData-driven tools and processes continuously improve planning accuracy and visibility\nEscalations are timely, well-structured, and lead to effective resolution\nEDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS\n0-3 Years experience \nBachelors Degree a plus \nProfessional Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) is a plus.\nLean or Green Belt Six Sigma certification a plus\nPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS\nNo Special Physical Requirements\nENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS\nWorking around moving machinery (fork-lifts, tractors)\nTRAVEL TIME REQUIRED \nUp to 10%\nThe successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.\nOUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.\nOUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES\nCustomer Focus\nOperational Excellence\nHigh-Performance Culture\nInnovation\nFinancial Strength\nOUR BEHAVIORS\nOwn It\nAct With Urgency\nFoster a Customer-First Mindset\nThink Big and Execute\nLead by Example\nDrive Continuous Improvement\nLearn and Seek Out Development\nPromote Transparent & Open Communication\nAt Vertiv, we’re on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life-changing medicines, from push notifications to generative AI. We design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected. With $6.9 billion in revenue, a strong customer base and global reach spanning nearly 70 countries, we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.\nVertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to . If you are interested in applying or learning more about this role, please visit the company’s career page located on Vertiv.com/Careers\nWork Authorization\nNo calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. 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