Description Leading manufacturer of of Diesel exhaust fluid primarily used in diesel engines. They sell directly to retailers including Walmart, Autozone, NAPA, Sam's, etc. Manage all aspects of the working relationship with our production facilities, to include long range planning of inventory and production levels, daily scheduling of production and shipping requirements, and expediting activities as necessary to ensure customer satisfaction. Coordinates activities with OWI customer service and location personnel to satisfy all customer requirements. RESPONSIBILITIES: Production Planning: Develop and maintain production schedules in collaboration with third-party sites to meet customer demand and optimize operational efficiency. Work closely with the centralized planning team to align production plans with overall company objectives. Other duties as assigned by leadership Inventory Management: Implement and execute inventory strategies to achieve optimal levels, balancing between customer service goals and cost objectives. Monitor and manage inventory days on hand, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Clear and process any system errors generated by production that may cause delays in shipments in a timely manner. Customer Service: Ensure customer on-time service levels exceed 95% through effective production planning and coordination. Address any customer-related concerns or inquiries promptly. Communicate with plants and customer service clear and concisely to provide accurate information regarding orders. Capacity and Storage Management: Optimize production capacity utilization while considering storage constraints. Collaborate with operations to identify and address capacity challenges proactively. Communication and Collaboration: Maintain regular communication with operations, customer support, warehousing, purchasing departments, and on-site teams to ensure smooth production operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address scheduling adherence issues and implement root cause corrective actions. System Data Management: Utilize and maintain ERP planning systems, with a preference for experience in SAP, to ensure accurate and up-to-date production data. Implement improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of data management processes. Lean Six Sigma: Apply lean six sigma principles to identify opportunities for process improvement within the production planning and inventory management functions. Skills sap, Production planning, Production scheduling, Schedule planning, work orders, Erp, Mrp, capacity planning, Planning scheduling, Erp system, lean six sigma, inventory management Top Skills Details sap,Production planning,Production scheduling,Schedule planning,work orders,Erp,Mrp Additional Skills & Qualifications Must Haves Interpersonal Skills: Must be able to adapt to sudden changes with business/production plans Must be willing to ask for help from there team members and leadership (Can't be scared to ask questions or admit you don't know something) Experience Level Intermediate Level Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $65000.00 - $85000.00/yr. This opportunity offers a competitive benefits package including: Medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness benefits Company-matching 401(k) planCompany-paid life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment benefitsCompany-paid long-term care coverageCompany-paid disabilityFlexible spending and health savings accountsCompany-paid employee assistance programPaid time off and paid holidaysAdditional benefits included: voluntary life insurance, legal benefits, critical illness, accident insurance, and pet insurance Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Prattville,AL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 5, 2025. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. 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