PRODUCTION PLANNER/SCHEDULER

You may know McCormick as a leader in herbs, spices, seasonings, and condiments – and we’re only getting started. At McCormick, we’re always looking for new people to bring their unique flavor to our team.McCormick employees – all 14,000 of us across the world – are what makes this company a great place to work.We are looking to hire a Production Planner/Scheduler immediately at our Zatarain's Manufacturing Plant in Gretna, Louisiana.What We Bring To The Table:The best people deserve the best rewards. In addition to the benefits you’d expect from a global leader (401k, health insurance, paid time off, etc.) we also offer:Career growth opportunitiesFlexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and ChoicesWe prioritize our communities and the planet we share. We are proud to be awarded as a Diversity Inc. Top 50 company for Diversity and have multiple Sustainability awards (ranking #22 in the World and #1 in Food Products)Wellbeing programs including Physical, Mental and Financial wellnessPOSITION OVERVIEWUnder the direction of the Materials Management Manager, the incumbent plans, and schedules intermediate and finished goods materials. This position is responsible for maintaining appropriate inventory levels to meet service strategies and acts as a representative for the Materials Management team for other departments/functions within McCormick. The Scheduler troubleshoots master data issues, supports both short-term and long-term planning horizons and effectively communicates the information with cross-functional teams. It is also responsible to support supply planning to balance inventory with customer service and plant cost.RESPONSIBILITIESPlans and schedules intermediate and finished goods on resources to meet demand, and shares accountability for production reliability of the production lines.Attend daily Production Meetings and participate on project-based teams.Troubleshoot master data issues within and between McCormick facilities, make data change recommendations and test data change scenarios.Monitor schedule adherence/attainment and work cross-functionally to drive process improvements to increase operational efficiencies.Proactively identifies complex problems/trending issues and drives resolution through root cause analysis.Support cross-functional team to identify capacity constraint and effectively communicate to Supply Planning and Commercialization team.Must have a detailed understanding of the difference between Make to Order (MTO) vs Make to Stock (MTS) business and how it affects customer service results.Work collaboratively with Supply Planning to re-evaluate customer forecasts and consumption/reduction issues that may impact customer service and inventory levels.Works with purchasing to coordinate material availability, maintain appropriate inventory levels to meet service objectives, while managing rework, safety stocks, inventory turns.Represent the Materials Management function internally and inter-divisionally to include SAP upgrades and make recommendations as appropriate.Manage master data to support business practices. Initiate and submit the following reports: MMDCRS, NPC, Cancel/Supersedes, and Change Notices, etc. run and interpret existing production reports in SAP/APO/BW.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSBachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Business, related field, or 7 plus years of McCormick scheduling experience.Minimum two years of supply planning/scheduling experience using integrated SAP MRP system.Proficient with Microsoft Office.Ability to prepare detailed reports and analyze data.Demonstrates professional communication skills written and verbal with all levels of employees both internally and externally.Excellent organization skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a changing environment, and identify/resolve complex issues with little support or guidance.Experience working collaboratively in a team-based environment.Ability to exercise good judgment in high pressure, sensitive situations.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSSAP/APO inventory management systems experience.3+ years of experience working on cross-functional projects.McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.WHY WORK AT MCCORMICK?

United by flavor. Driven by results.As a McCormick employee you’ll be empowered to focus on more than your individual responsibilities. You’ll have the opportunity to be part of something bigger than yourself—to have a say in where the company is going and how it’s growing.Between our passion for flavor, our 130-year history of leadership and integrity, the competitive and comprehensive benefits we offer, and our culture, which is built on respect and opportunities for growth, there are many reasons to join us at McCormick.

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