Master Scheduler

Job Description POSITION SUMMARY The Master Scheduler is responsible for analyzing mid- to long-term demand signals to develop accurate production forecasts and scheduling plans. This individual will drive the alignment of demand signals, production capacity, material availability, and inventory strategies to ensure on-time delivery of complex, engineered to order solutions, including Power Skids, SmartRun systems, Power Modules, and other Infrastructure Solutions. The role serves as a critical link between Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP/SIOP), manufacturing operations, procurement, and customer fulfillment. The ideal candidate bridges the gap between commercial demand insights and operational execution to optimize production output and customer delivery performance. RESPONSIBILITIES Master Supply Planning & Scheduling * Analyze mid to long term demand signals from sales forecasts, customer orders, and historical data to develop production plans that balance capacity, inventory targets, and customer delivery commitments * Maintain and refine forecasting models to improve accuracy and responsiveness to changing market conditions. * Monitor and adjust schedules to accommodate changes in customer demand, manufacturing capacity, material availability. * Collaborate with sales, marketing, and product management teams to validate demand assumptions * Identify and implement improvements in scheduling processes, tools, and procedures to enhance efficiency and responsiveness. * Serve as an engaged contributor to the SIOP process by providing accurate production schedules, capacity constraints, lead time updates, and inventory data to support informed decision-making and alignment across functions. S&OP / SIOP Integration * Serve as a key contributor to the Global Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP) process * Prepare and present supply-side inputs for monthly SIOP reviews, including capacity assessments, constraint analysis, and scenario planning * Collaborate with demand planning, finance, and commercial teams to reconcile supply plans with demand signals and business objectives Capacity & Constraint Management * Proactively identify and escalate supply risks, developing mitigation plans to protect customer commitments * Collaborate with plant operations and engineering to develop capacity expansion plans and resource allocation strategies as needed Inventory Optimization * Advise inventory strategies that balance service levels with working capital targets * Support initiatives to reduce excess and obsolete inventory Cross-Functional Collaboration * Collaborate with procurement, logistics, manufacturing, and program management to ensure seamless execution of the supply plan * Coordinate with key account teams (e.g., hyperscale and enterprise customers) to align supply plans with strategic customer requirements * Partner with New Product Introduction (NPI) teams to integrate new product launches into the master supply plan QUALIFICATIONS * Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Industrial Engineering, or related field. * 3-5 years of experience in production planning, scheduli