Master Scheduler

The Company

Great Northern Cabinetry, a manufacturer of high-quality semi-custom cabinetry is seeking a Master Scheduler.

This privately held company has an ownership team that is commercially oriented and results driven. With a wide diversity of experience, ownership is committed to building a differentiated business while building a culture of trust, respect, integrity and accountability.

The Opportunity

The Master Scheduler serves as the primary point of contact and liaison with sales, manufacturing, purchasing and logistics to ensure the seamless flow of production and delivery to our customers. This role will influence daily production planning, capacity planning, ensure timely and efficient production of customer orders, and will ensure proper inventory levels are met.

The selected candidate will review the order backlog on a weekly basis and develop a master production schedule, communicate the schedule with production and ensure daily schedules are met. Participation in the daily production meeting provides insight regarding issues that invariably arise. This role is also responsible for coordinating transportation and logistics, including setting delivery schedules, coordinating product delivery with our dealers and managing transportation partner scheduling. This role requires strong communication skills internally and externally, and the ability to occasionally deliver “bad news” to dealers regarding schedule changes in a timely, professional and courteous manner. This position is an on site role and is not eligible for remote work.

The Candidate

A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain or a related field is preferred but not required, and 10 years plus of experience in an environment where lean manufacturing principles have been used is a plus. Experience working with a highly customized product line will give the successful candidate the best chance for success in this role. Advanced knowledge of Excel or similar analytical tools is important. For the right candidate, this will be an exciting, dynamic, challenging and rewarding opportunity, with the opportunity to influence the company’s performance for years to come.

Other attributes of the successful candidate will include :

• Collaborates – builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Problem solver – solves issues independently, but also knows when to ask for help. Drives to root cause and implements corrective action.
• Communicates effectively – develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Drives results – consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances.
• Ensures accountability – holds self and others accountable to meet commitments.
• Organized, attention to detail, efficient use of time, sense of urgency, ability to multi-task, timely responses, ability to prioritize and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are all important attributes of the successful candidate.