Country:United States of AmericaLocation:CASNC: FS Kidde Safety 1016 Corporate Park Drive, Mebane, NC, 27302 USACarrier is the leading global provider of healthy, safe and sustainable building and cold chain solutions with a world-class, diverse workforce with business segments covering HVAC, refrigeration, and fire and security. We make modern life possible by delivering safer, smarter and more sustainable services that make a difference to people and our planet while revolutionizing industry trends. This is why we come to work every day. Join us and we can make a difference together.The Kidde business is a part of the Fire and Security Products group at Carrier . We are dedicated to providing products and technology designed to protect people and property from the effects of fire and its related hazards. As a large manufacturer of fire safety products, Kidde meets the safety needs of homes and businesses by providing fire extinguishers, smoke alarms, carbon monoxide alarms, strobes, and other products.About this roleThe Master Scheduler - SIOP (Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning) at Kidde Safety is responsible for coordinating and managing the production schedules to align with customer demand, inventory levels, and overall business goals. Develop and maintain the master production schedule, balancing supply and demand while optimizing resource utilization. Key duties include collaborating with various departments such as production, procurement, and sales, conducting capacity planning, and driving process improvements to ensure efficient operations. Essential skills include strong analytical abilities, proficiency in forecasting and ERP systems, attention to detail, and effective communication for cross-functional coordination.This is a hybrid role (4 days at the office /1 day at home) in Mebane NC. The Master Scheduler - SIOP will work closely with the Mexican manufacturing site and the Mebane Warehouse Pack-to-Stock operations .We value our people and offer an extensive benefits package, with financial rewards including health insurance, a retirement savings plan, and also lifestyle support with flexible working and parental leave. Plus, we’ll support your growth with paid-for external training programs and courses.Key Responsibilities
Achieve target customer fill rates while adhering to business inventory targets
Lead inventory projects to improve the inventory turns
Work closely with factories and suppliers to drive down cost & lead times and foster an environment of continuous improvement
Drive factory/supplier on-time delivery to 95 percent or higher
Push target production and schedule attainment
Actively work and support the factories, warehouse, and packaging buyers, i.e., address material shortages; delay issues to fulfillment of open purchase orders
Ensure the business has accurate visibility to delivery dates on open orders from factories
Interact closely with Customer Service; ensure necessary, accurate information to set realistic expectations with customers
Publish netted forecast bi-monthly to factories andweekly work orders to the warehouse
Maintain planning systems data integrity (pricing, lead times, service levels, delivery dates)
Compile and analyze data to identify opportunities for improving material replenishment
Participate and engage in business and system transformation projects
Support reporting and presentations to leadership and stakeholders
Develop standardized processes for materials planning and SIOP; utilize business resources and meet customer expectations for delivery
Prepare planning capacity and fulfillment demand with plant manufacturing operations
Engage with the manufacturing team and develop monthly production volume planning, i.e., business forecast, inventory position, and actual customer orders
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
3+ years of supply or production
2+ years of Advanced Microsoft Office (Excel)
Preferred Qualifications
BA/BS in Supply Chain or Engineering
APICS certification
Supply Chain planning techniques and inventory management i.e., MRP/MPS
Lean Manufacturing
JDE or similar ERP system
Data analytics and PowerBI
High level of urgency, problem-solving techniques, and customer-oriented
Analytical, data management
Communication on all levels in the organization
Spanish and English language skills
Additional information:
This position doesn’t support immigration sponsorship.
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