About the job
GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB:
The Production Scheduler plays a crucial role in partnership with the Senior Supply Planner to design and uphold production schedules that guarantee the timely delivery of footwear products. This position effectively balances customer demand, raw material availability, and machine capacity, thereby ensuring high levels of efficiency and exceptional quality in a dynamic workplace. Close collaboration with cross-functional teams—including procurement, manufacturing, logistics, and sales—is essential to ensure product availability and smooth supply chain execution.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Production Scheduling
- Formulate production schedules that align with demand forecasts, inventory targets, and plant constraints.
- Coordinate with planning, procurement, and manufacturing to secure product availability.
- Track production progress and modify schedules as necessary to accommodate delays or changing priorities.
- Identify production constraints and develop contingency strategies to avert delays or shutdowns.
- Assist in the strategic planning of product launches and phase-outs.
- Contribute to initiatives aimed at optimizing the supply chain.
Inventory Management
- Ensure the timely availability of materials through collaboration with inventory management teams.
- Monitor and anticipate raw material requirements to avoid shortages or excess inventory.
Collaboration & Communication
- Act as a liaison among manufacturing, sales, and logistics teams.
- Provide clear and timely schedule updates to all relevant stakeholders.

