What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Planning - Supply Chain position at Addison Group?
We are working on a direct-hire Supply Chain / Production Planning leadership role for a growing manufacturing client with global operations. This position owns end-to-end planning, materials, logistics, and order fulfillment for the Americas region and plays a critical role in ensuring production has everything it needs—on time and on budget.
This leader sits at the center of the operation, translating demand into executable plans and handing off a clean, well-timed flow of materials to production. They oversee raw materials, inventory, logistics, supplier performance, and production planning while coordinating closely with global teams and overseas suppliers. The role balances strategic planning with day-to-day execution in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Key Highlights
This leader sits at the center of the operation, translating demand into executable plans and handing off a clean, well-timed flow of materials to production. They oversee raw materials, inventory, logistics, supplier performance, and production planning while coordinating closely with global teams and overseas suppliers. The role balances strategic planning with day-to-day execution in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Key Highlights
- Direct hire leadership role with a growing manufacturing client
- Salary range $140K–$150K plus bonus
- Full benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k)
- Owns end-to-end production planning, materials, logistics, and fulfillment
- Oversees MPS/MRP, inventory control, and supplier strategy
- Ensures materials flow smoothly from suppliers → ports → warehouse → production
- Manages timelines, budgets, and shifting demand priorities
- Leads cross-functional teams across planning, logistics, warehousing, and materials
- Strong global exposure and collaboration with international partners
- 8 years in supply chain, materials, or purchasing (direct materials preferred)
- 5 years in production planning within manufacturing
- Strong understanding of planning timelines, logistics constraints, and inventory flow
- ERP experience required (SAP preferred); strong Excel skills
- Proven ability to manage cost, schedules, and competing priorities
- Confident leader who can communicate clearly with senior leadership
Salary : $140,000 - $150,000