Senior Planning Manager - Aurora, CO or Owensboro, KYBe a part of a revolutionary change!
At Philip Morris International, U.S. (PMIUS), we've chosen to do something incredible. We're totally transforming our business and building our future on one clear purpose - to deliver a smoke-free future.
With huge change, comes huge opportunity. So, if you join us, you'll enjoy the freedom to dream up and deliver better, brighter solutions and the space to move your career forward in endlessly different directions. Our success depends on people who are committed to our purpose and have an appetite for progress.
Position Summary: The Senior Manager, Planning & Scheduling will lead strategic supply chain planning for US factory operations, ensuring accurate forecasting, optimized FG inventory control, and production scheduling excellence. This position will drive continuous improvement, cross-functional collaboration, and operational efficiency in alignment with corporate objectives. The role requires visionary leadership and deep expertise in integrated supply chain systems, including MPS and MRP.
Key Responsibilities: - Establish and refine KPIs that drive alignment with divisional objectives and promote customer-focused behaviors.
- Lead all facets of production planning and performance monitoring for the US sites, including domestic and international coordination.
- Develop and oversee long-term strategic planning models for production and order forecasting in close partnership with Commercial and Marketing teams.
- Direct inventory management processes, ensuring optimal stock levels and timely replenishment to internal and external distribution centers.
- Provide leadership and direction for production planning, FG inventory control, and demand forecasting functions.
- Implement cost-effective strategies that enhance service delivery, performance outcomes, and inventory efficiency.
- Coordinate accurate and consistent utilization of MPS (Master Production Scheduling) and MRP (Material Requirements Planning) systems.
- Guide the professional development of departmental staff through structured performance management and training initiatives.
- Generate and analyze reports, dashboards, and system data inputs (e.g., PBU loading, Futures Reports) to support informed decision-making.
Who We're Looking For: - Bachelor's degree required, advanced degree in Supply Chain, Operations, or related field preferred.
- Extensive experience in supply chain leadership across logistics, distribution, operational planning, and manufacturing environments.
- Proficient in production planning systems, including hands-on experience with MPS and MRP tools.
- Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional teams and managing complex planning operations.
- Exceptional problem-solving, analytical, and organizational capabilities.
- Strong interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills with a track record of innovation and continuous improvement.
Auroa, CO Base Salary Range Offered: $157, 00 - $209, 000 Owensboro, KY Base Salary Range Offered: $143, 000 - $190, 000 What we offer - We offer a competitive base salary, annual bonus (applicable based on level of position), great medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k with a generous company match, incredible wellness benefits, commuter benefits, pet insurance, generous PTO, and much more!
- We have implemented Smart Work, a hybrid model of working that promotes flexibility in the workplace.
- Seize the freedom to define your future and ours. We'll empower you to take risks, experiment and explore.
- Be part of an inclusive, diverse culture where everyone's contribution is respected; Collaborate with some of the world's best people and feel like you belong.
- Pursue your ambitions and develop your skills with a global business - our staggering size and scale provides endless opportunities to progress.
- Take pride in delivering our promise to society: To improve the lives of millions of smokers.
PMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
PMI is headquartered in Stamford, Conn., and its U.S. affiliates have more than 2, 300 employees.
PMI has been an entirely separate company from Altria and Philip Morris USA since 2008. PMI's affiliates first entered the U.S. market following the company's acquisition of Swedish Match in late 2022. Philip Morris International and its U.S. affiliates are working to deliver a smoke-free future. Since 2008, PMI has invested $12.5 billion globally to develop, scientifically substantiate and commercialize innovative smoke-free products for adults who would otherwise continue to smoke with the goal of transitioning legal-age consumers who smoke to better alternatives. In 2022, PMI acquired Swedish Match - a leader in oral nicotine delivery - creating a global smoke-free champion led by the IQOS and ZYN brands. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has authorized versions of PMI's IQOS electronically heated tobacco devices and Swedish Match's General snus as Modified Risk Tobacco Products and renewal applications for these products are presently pending before the FDA. For more information, please visit www.pmi.com/us and www.pmiscience.com .
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