Hiring: Manager-Planning Supply Chain Company: Cirrus Location: Duluth, MN Job Posted Time: 2026-09-12 10:28:47 About the job Experience: •7 years of experience in production planning or supply chain management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role. •1 year of service •At least 3 years in a leadership role. Required Skills: •Develop and implement production planning strategies that align with business goals and customer requirements. •Partner cross-functionally with the VP of Supply Chain to set planning objectives and KPIs that drive efficiency and cost-effectiveness. •Monitor sales trends and demand forecasts to adjust production plans accordingly. •Lead, mentor, and develop the planning team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration. •Set performance goals for the planning team and regularly review their progress. •Provide guidance on complex planning issues and escalate critical matters to the VP of Supply Chain as needed. •Schedule Development: Oversee the creation of detailed, multi-level production schedules that incorporate customer orders, production capacity, and material availability. Ensure that schedules are aligned with the master production plan and can accommodate fluctuations in demand or unexpected disruptions. •Capacity Planning: Analyze production capacity and resource availability, including labor, machinery, and materials. Adjust schedules to optimize the use of available resources, balancing workload across shifts and departments to avoid bottlenecks and downtime. Qualifications: •Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, or a related field; a Master's degree is preferred. •In-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes, supply chain principles, and materials management. •Proficiency in production planning software (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills •Demonstrated leadership and team management abilities, with a track record of driving improvements in a manufacturing environment. •Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. •Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across departments. •Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options •Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance •Flexible Spending Accounts: FSA and HSA offerings with company contributions to HSA •Well-being: Calm Health, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness incentives through medical provider Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!