Production Planning and Supply Chain Manager

Midland Manufacturing, part of OPW,  a Dover Company is a leader in the rail tank car valves and fittings industry.  Our innovative rail products are manufactured and engineered for the safe and efficient loading, transporting, and unloading of hazardous and non-hazardous bulk products.

For over 125 years, OPW has led the way in designing and manufacturing world-class retail fueling, fluid handling and car wash system solutions for the safe and efficient handling and distribution of fuels and critical fluids. OPW makes above ground and below ground products for both conventional, vapour recovery and clean energy applications in the retail and commercial markets. Additionally, OPW supplies loading arms, valves and dry-break couplings, tank truck equipment, rail car valves and equipment, and car wash systems. OPW has manufacturing operations in North America, Europe, Latin America and Asia Pacific, with sales offices around the world. OPW is part of the Dover Corporation, which is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under 'DOV'. To learn more about OPW’s 125 years of providing industry-leading solutions, visit our website at www.opwglobal.com.

Dover is a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenue of over $8 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, specialty systems, consumable supplies, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products, Clean Energy & Fueling, Imaging & Identification, Pumps & Process Solutions and Climate & Sustainability Technologies. Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 60 years, our team of approximately 24,000 employees takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible. Headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois, Dover trades on the New York Stock Exchange under "DOV." Additional information is available at dovercorporation.com

Overview:

The Production Planning and Supply Chain Manager is responsible for leading the production planning, buying, sourcing, and materials management activities to optimize the safe, efficient, and predictable manufacturing operations. This role provides strong leadership, coaching, and accountability to a team of planners and buyers while driving both near-term execution and long-term strategic improvement.

The  Production Planning and Supply Chain Manager develops and implements systems, processes, and procedures that improve productivity, efficiency, and service by leveraging advanced planning and scheduling tools within the ERP environment. This role plays a critical part in stabilizing operational performance, strengthening supplier partnerships, and aligning supply chain execution with business unit and corporate objectives.

Primary Responsibilities/Essential Responsibilities: 

• Lead the work of production planners and buyers. Develop team capability through coaching, mentoring, and structured performance management
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across procurement and planning team
• Develop, support, and implement cross functional and strategic initiatives that align with company goals
• Champion a fact-based culture centered on measurable results and accountable behaviors. Establish clear expectations, standard work, and accountability across planning, buying, and materials functions
• Lead production planning activities. Proactively look at future demand, identifying potential issues and ensuring material availability to meet production needs
• Drive execution of materials management initiatives by understanding and responding to business requirements and operating plans
• Develop and implement systems and procedures that increase productivity and efficiency while following good manufacturing practices utilizing state-of-the-art electronic planning and scheduling tools
• Source and negotiate with world class suppliers to secure advantageous terms while managing supplier performance, contracts and compliance to support business needs
• Maintain supplier relationships using vendor scorecards and continuous improvement discussions
• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for material shortages, inventory turns deficiencies,  schedule misses, and inventory inaccuracies
• Participate in capital equipment purchases and long-term supplier contract negotiations
• Partner with Quality to address supplier quality issues and implement corrective actions
• Develop and report on KPIs related to planning and buying
• Oversee MRO purchasing to support operational uptime while maintaining cost discipline
• Drive improvements in on-time delivery performance, schedule adherence, and material availability
• Partner with Operations, Quality, Engineering, Sales and Finance to resolve systemic issues impacting delivery and customer satisfaction while optimizing capacity, inventory levels to balance cost and services levels
• Influence business units to modify requirements when necessary to align with corporate objectives without sacrificing customer service levels
• Support operational and strategic initiatives, including capacity expansion and growth programs
• Other duties that may be assigned

Qualifications/Requirements:

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• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment
• Lean manufacturing knowledge and implementation experience required
• Strong working knowledge of MRP and planning systems; Oracle ERP experience is a plus
• Proven ability to stabilize and improve underperforming or turnaround supply chain organizations
• Broad functional understanding across purchasing, demand planning, order entry, order management, inventory management, and systems development
• Proven track record of team management. Strong, confident leader who sets expectations and holds teams accountable
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams and business units without sacrificing customer service
• Proven track record of interpreting the complex relationships of policies, contractual requirements and the legal/regulatory aspects of materials management to establish and implement effective negotiation strategies

Desired Characteristics, Competence and Capabilities:

• Action-oriented with the ability to be hands-on while maintaining a strategic perspective
• Structured, data-driven problem solver with strong systems thinking
• Effective communicator and relationship builder across all levels of the organization
• Experience in rail car components, valves, or regulated industrial manufacturing environments a plus
• Demonstrated business acumen, communication skills, and relationship management.
• Hands on work ethic with results focus is required.
• Strong collaboration skills. Expert in working in cross functional areas
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft 365 products
• Strong negotiation, analytical, project management skills and familiarity with global sourcing and logistics
• Ability to effectively manage and resolve changing and conflicting priorities appropriately
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities with a passion for implementing innovative solutions and process improvement (six sigma, lean initiatives, etc.).
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite).

Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions:

• This position is performed in an office environment but will have regular exposure to the manufacturing and warehouse environment. May be exposed to loud operating machinery, cold temperatures, chemicals, and vapors
• May require a combination of sitting, standing, and walking
• May require use of Personal computer, copy machine, other office equipment
• General office environment requiring extended periods of sitting in ambient inside temperature, lighting and noise level
• Must be able to sit, walk, stand reach with hand and arms, stoop, kneel, bend and twist, grasp and manipulate with hands and fingers as needed   
• Lifting generally less than 5lbs.  May occasionally be required to lift up to 25lbs without assistance

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Pay Range:  $120k- $145k

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position.  Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Benefits: Benefits for this position include: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including 10 paid holidays per calendar year; paid vacation days beginning at 120 hours annually; 40 paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws; tuition assistance is available; business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

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Job Function : Manufacturing & Operations

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