Coordinate and expedite the flow of work and materials within or between departments of TCOM according to production schedule. Duties include generating, reviewing and distributing production, work, and shipment schedules; conferring with department supervisors to determine progress of work and completion dates; pricing and estimating costs for proposal efforts, earned value inputs for all assigned programs; and compiling reports on progress of work, forecasting and maintaining required inventory levels, costs, and devising solutions to production problems. With little assistance from others, devise solutions for variances to the production schedule and present to management. Coordinate and lead other lower classified planners during production and material close out phases of projects. Demonstrate highest levels of proficiency in all planning functions and possess sufficient knowledge of and familiarity with planning, cost movements and material control procedures to assist Planning Supervisor in training and coaching lower classified planners on best practices.

Working Procedure:

Getting Information - Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

• Examples of information gathered include; Instructions, drawings, specifications, schedules, invoices, or flow charts
• Information will need to be gathered from a variety of departments including; Manufacturing, Engineering, Accounting, Programs, Marketing, Logistics, Quality Assurance, and/or Contracts
• Ability to work with limited supervision to develop and manage program plans and schedules

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates - Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

• Confer with engineering, manufacturing, managerial or supervisory personnel. Provide direction and coach lower classified personnel
• Conduct or attend staff, planning, production and program meetings and relay updated relevant information to the appropriate parties
• Directs and coordinates activities of work engaged in the fabrication, assembly, and testing of material

Interacting With Computers - Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, set up functions, enter data, or process information.

• Use computers to enter, access, or retrieve data. Including but not limited to email, Scheduling software such as MS Project and Project Scheduler, MS Office, and ERP systems

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work - Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

• Develop and maintain Integrated Master Plans (IMP) and Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) for programs using Microsoft Project. Work closely with Program Managers and Control Account/Task Managers to ensure timely program execution
• Support Programs and Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) by providing cost and schedule integration data to Finance. Duties include program plan baseline change control, collection and tracking of performance, performing critical path analysis and assisting with variance analyses
• Support financial planning and analysis. The Scheduler participates in metrics analysis & reporting and assists in assessing risks and risk abatement recommendations. Provide training, as needed, Control Account Managers (CAMs) and/or or team members
• Provide analysis and recommendations regarding corrective action measures or changes regarding schedule revisions, manpower adjustments, funding allocations and manpower requirements to ensure that programs meet or exceed schedule commitments. The Scheduler interfaces with Program Managers as well as Control Account Managers, Functional Managers, Financial Analysts and Engineers

Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events - Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

• Perform follow-up, check status of, and expedite, where necessary, any information needed to complete tasks assigned

Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings - Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.

• Monitor materials or supplies during production efforts then update schedules and earned value accordingly
• Analyze and resolve work problems or assist workers or other functional groups in solving work problems and issues
• Develop control feedback procedures to measure actual performance versus planned performance. Prepare variance reports. Analyze results and recommend recovery plans

Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Education Requirement: Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or equivalent amount of education and experience.

Experience Requirement: Two to five years of project planning and integrated scheduling (IMS) experience with Microsoft Project 2003 (Professional preferred). Understanding of a product development process in a business or engineering environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Analytical and organizational skills required. Able to be diplomatically persuasive or assertive when necessary.

Desired Skills: Experience with Earned Value Management Systems or Cost and Schedule Integration systems. Experience with financial management. Experience with other financial tools such as PS8 and Costpoint.

In compliance with state and local laws, the salary range for this role is $68,000-$104,500. The range provided is a general guideline and good faith estimate representative of all experience levels but is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. TCOM considers several factors when extending an offer including, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, a candidate's experience, education/training, key skills, internal equity, and current market conditions. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

TCOM offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts/HSAs, EAP, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, paid time off (PTO), and company-paid holidays. The specific programs, options and eligibility may vary depending on date of hire, classification, and schedule type.