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Together, we’re reimagining the future of water.\nWe feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.\nWhat we do:\nFor 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation - and we have a dynamic future ahead.\nScope of Position\nThe individual in this critical role is responsible for the oversight and strategic planning of production schedules, ensuring that resources, materials, and labor (capacity) are effectively aligned with short-term operational requirements and long-term business objectives for each Value Stream. The role serves as a key partner to Operations, Materials, Sales, Supply Chain, and senior leadership in translating business forecasts and organizational priorities into executable production and inventory strategies.\nThis position is responsible for supervising 6-10 production planning associates, providing leadership for day-to-day execution while developing planning strategies that maximize productivity, optimize inventory investment, improve service levels, minimize changeovers, and support business growth.\nThis position reports to the Materials Manager, is onsite and is based in Franklin, NH.\nPrimary Job Duties and Responsibilities\nDevelop, maintain, and execute master production schedules that align operational capacity with customer demand, inventory objectives, and strategic business goals while optimizing flow within value streams to support strategic decision-making and growth initiatives.\nPartner with Sales, Operations, Procurement, and Leadership teams in the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process to ensure business objectives align with demand forecasts, production plans and workforce planning.\nDevelop and implement short- and long-range production planning strategies, utilizing demand trends, sales forecasts, capacity analysis, and inventory data to minimize changeovers, maximize productivity, and improve service performance, schedule attainment, and supply chain effectiveness across all operations.\nProvide SAP Super User support, leadership, and coaching for all Planning and Scheduling activities while identifying opportunities to improve systems utilization and planning effectiveness.\nResponsible for clearly communicating production schedules, capacity constraints, inventory and labor risks, and strategic planning recommendations to senior leadership.\nDevelop and execute inventory and production planning strategies by balancing Make-to-Stock (MTS), Make-to-Order (MTO), and Assembly-to-Order (ATO) product lines; optimizing safety stock, WIP, and Kanban levels; and maintaining target fill rates while supporting customer service, inventory, and operational performance objectives.\nProvide agent support regarding sales orders, inventory concerns, and escalation of critical customer orders while ensuring alignment with overall business priorities.\nSupervise team members, develop succession plans, support professional growth and development, and build organizational capability. Establish departmental goals, performance measures, and key performance indicators (KPIs) that align with plant and organizational objectives.\nCollaborate with Quality, Distribution Centers, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain stakeholders to proactively address issues, mitigate risks, and support strategic business initiatives.\nLead continuous improvement initiatives focused on eliminating waste, improving material flow, optimizing inventory levels, increasing schedule adherence, and strengthening end-to-end planning processes through data-driven analysis and root-cause problem solving.\nAssume responsibility for other projects and duties as assigned by the Materials Manager or Company management.\nTravel Requirements: Less than 10%\nRequired Qualifications\n10+ years of planning and/or master scheduling experience.\nHigh level of proficiency with SAP and Power BI or similar analytical platform.\nDemonstrated ability to read, produce, and analyze operational data and develop planning strategies that support business objectives.\nStrong problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making skills.\nUnderstanding of and adherence to applicable laws, codes, policies, regulations, and safety practices and procedures, as applicable.\nMust successfully establish employment eligibility and satisfactorily complete background checks and required pre-employment testing as a condition of employment.\nPreferred Qualifications\nBachelor’s degree or equivalent related experience.\nLean training with Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification strongly preferred.\nExperience participating in Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) or similar business planning processes.\nProven ability to align operational planning with organizational goals.\nPrevious experience in team leadership roles\nGeneral Applicable Company Competencies \nCommitment to Watts’ values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency.\nPunctuality and dependability.\nAbility to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions.\nAdherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts.\nMaintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees.\nAdherence to Watts’ seven cultural beliefs: Growth Mindset, Customer-Focused Innovation, Constant Communication, Clear Goals, Collaborate Globally, Be Inclusive, and Take Action.\nWorking Conditions:\nWhile performing the job duties, you will be working on-site at a manufacturing facility and will perform the majority of your duties in an office environment. You will be required to be present on the manufacturing floor and will be required to wear the appropriate personal protective equipment. You will be required to work in the office at the Franklin, NH location (Monday - Friday). Your scheduled work hours will be communicated to you by your manager.\nPhysical Requirements: Specific physical abilities required for this position include, but are not limited to:\nAbility to remain seated at a desk or workstation for extended periods.\nAbility to perform repetitive tasks like typing on a keyboard or using a mouse for extended periods.\nAbility to physically move around the office, organize or transport files, packages, or other office-related materials.\nAbility to read documents, use a computer, and perform data entry tasks.\nAbility to communicate clearly with management and coworkers, particularly in meetings or phone calls.\nAbility to operate standard office equipment such as computers, printers, phones, and copiers.\nAbility to occasionally lift and carry light objects, such as office supplies, documents, or small equipment.\nAbility to wear personal protective equipment, which may include, but is not limited to, safety shoes, hearing protection, and safety glasses.\nNothing in this job description restricts Watts’ right to assign or reassign duties, responsibilities, and working hours/conditions to this position at any time. This position is “at will,” which means that either the employee or Watts may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and for any lawful reason.\n#LIOnsite\nWatts in it for you:\nPlease note that the followingbenefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.\nCompetitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience\nComprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits\nFamily building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave\n10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off\nContinued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement\nAdditional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs\nLearn more about our benefit offerings here: https://tapintowattsbenefits.com/\nHow we work:\nAt Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.\nAnd this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.\nWatts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. 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