Integrated Business Planner - Capital Equipment
On-siteCharlotte, North Carolina, United States
Job Summary
Partner with Sales, Distributors, and Operations teams to balance customer demand with available production capacity and optimize factory build schedules. Support the monthly Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process by translating forecasts and orders into actionable production plans while evaluating demand changes to ensure delivery commitments remain achievable. Work closely with Regional Sales teams to coordinate delivery timelines, communicate schedule risks proactively, and align customer needs with operational capabilities. Develop and maintain machine build schedules that prioritize production requirements based on business priorities and resource availability, coordinating with Supply Chain and Engineering to ensure material and technical support. Monitor key planning metrics including backlog health and schedule adherence, identify trends through data analysis, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on planning effectiveness and operational responsiveness.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field
- Four (4) to six (6) years of experience in production planning, scheduling, supply chain, operations, or a related field
- Experience supporting Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) or Integrated Business Planning (IBP) processes
- Strong understanding of capacity planning, order management, forecasting, and long lead-time manufacturing environments
- Strong cross-functional communication skills with the ability to effectively partner with Sales, Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, and distributor partners
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a focus on execution and continuous improvement
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, competing deadlines, and high-value customer projects
- Strong understanding of ERP/MRP systems, production scheduling tools, and advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to evaluate complex scenarios and make data-driven recommendations that support customer and business objectives
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments and global teams
Desired Qualifications
- Experience working in capital equipment, machine tool, engineered-to-order, or industrial manufacturing environments
- Experience supporting distributor networks and customer-specific project requirements
- Experience leveraging Business Intelligence (BI) platforms and data analytics tools to support planning decisions
- APICS/ASCM certification, including CPIM, CSCP, or equivalent certification
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