Remote Production Planner

Job Description

About the Role

In modern manufacturing enterprises, production planning is no longer a back-office scheduling function. It is a strategic capability that directly influences cost, service levels, inventory health, and customer satisfaction. We are seeking a Remote Production Planner to support and optimize production planning across a complex, multi-site manufacturing network operating at scale.

This role is designed for a planner who understands how to balance demand signals, capacity constraints, material availability, and operational realities in a dynamic environment. As a Remote Production Planner, you will play a critical role in aligning demand forecasts with production plans, ensuring continuity of supply while minimizing waste, excess inventory, and disruption.

You will work closely with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Procurement, Logistics, and Sales teams to translate demand into executable production schedules. Your mandate is to provide visibility, stability, and agility across the production planning process while operating in a fully remote environment supported by advanced planning systems and data tools.

This is not a transactional scheduling role. It is an opportunity to operate as a strategic planning partner in a global, data-driven manufacturing organization.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production plans aligned with demand forecasts and capacity constraints

• Translate sales forecasts into detailed, executable production schedules

• Balance inventory levels, service targets, and manufacturing efficiency

• Coordinate with manufacturing sites to adjust plans based on real-time constraints

• Monitor material availability and proactively address supply risks

• Analyze production performance and recommend planning adjustments

• Partner with procurement and logistics teams to align materials and delivery timelines

• Maintain planning accuracy within ERP and planning systems

• Provide visibility into production risks, constraints, and mitigation plans

• Support continuous improvement initiatives across planning processes

Job Qualifications and Requirements

• 5 to 10 plus years of experience in production planning, manufacturing planning, or supply planning

• Experience working in complex manufacturing or production environments

• Strong understanding of demand planning, capacity planning, and inventory management

• Hands-on experience with ERP and advanced planning systems

• Ability to operate independently in a remote work environment

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Bachelor’s degree required in supply chain, operations, engineering, or related field

Personal Capabilities and Qualifications

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail

• Data-driven thinker with sound operational judgment

• Calm and adaptable in fast-changing production environments

• Clear communicator who collaborates effectively across functions

• Strong ownership mindset with accountability for outcomes

• Comfortable working across time zones and distributed teams

Strategic Support

• Support enterprise supply chain and manufacturing strategy execution

• Partner with leadership on capacity planning and production optimization

• Support new product introductions and production ramp-ups

• Collaborate on risk mitigation and contingency planning

• Provide insight into production trends, bottlenecks, and improvement opportunities

Working Conditions

• Fully remote role with global collaboration

• Regular interaction with manufacturing sites and cross-functional teams

• Standard business hours with flexibility to support production needs

• Occasional travel for site visits or planning sessions

Job Function

• Production Planning and Scheduling

• Demand and Capacity Alignment

• Inventory and Supply Optimization

• Manufacturing Coordination

• Planning Performance Analysis

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $120,000 – $215,000

• Performance-Based Incentive Program

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

• 401(k) with Competitive Company Match

• Remote Work Equipment and Technology Support

• Professional Development and Training Programs

• Wellness and Mental Health Support

• Generous Paid Time Off and Holiday Package

Why Join Us

• Work remotely while supporting global manufacturing operations

• Play a visible role in production stability and supply reliability

• Partner with experienced operations and supply chain leaders

• Contribute to a modern, data-driven planning organization

• Build a long-term career in a resilient, high-impact planning role