Production Planning Manager Jobs

Discover Production Planning Manager opportunities with organizations seeking leaders who can align demand, resources, and manufacturing capacity. Ladders features vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates find opportunities that match their expertise and career goals.

What Does a Production Planning Manager Do?

Production Planning Managers coordinate the plans and processes that keep manufacturing operations running efficiently. They translate forecasts and customer demand into production schedules, balance capacity with labor and materials, and work across manufacturing, procurement, supply chain, and sales teams. Their responsibilities may also include monitoring inventory, resolving scheduling constraints, improving planning processes, and reporting on key performance measures.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for experience in production planning, manufacturing operations, supply chain management, or related fields. Strong candidates combine analytical problem-solving with practical knowledge of scheduling, capacity planning, inventory control, and continuous improvement. Familiarity with ERP and planning systems, demand forecasting, and data analysis can be valuable, along with clear communication and the ability to lead cross-functional teams.

Career Opportunities in Production Planning

Production Planning Managers work across industries such as industrial manufacturing, consumer goods, aerospace, automotive, pharmaceuticals, and electronics. Depending on the organization, the role may focus on a plant, product line, region, or broader supply chain. Experienced professionals may progress into senior planning, materials management, supply chain leadership, or operations management positions.

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Browse Production Planning Manager openings and identify roles suited to your background in manufacturing and operations. Ladders specializes in vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more, so you can focus your search on professional opportunities with compensation at that level.

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$84K - $124K *

Optimize advanced material planning activities across customer projects, ensuring procurement readiness and risk identification while facilitating seamless transitions from planning to purchasing exec...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$157K - $196K *

Drive safety evaluation and risk management for assigned programs, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and effective governance in pharmacovigilance activities, while suppor...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $140K *

Drive operational excellence in commercial readiness and support cross-functional teams to ensure effective execution of launch strategies and operational priorities in a dynamic biotech environment...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Transform client relationships by driving account growth and profitability. Leverage your expertise to implement strategic sales plans, enhance communication, and develop tailored solutions while ensu...

Mountain Home, TNRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$99K - $139K *

Drive proposal development for industrial water treatment projects, leading cross-functional teams to create competitive solutions. Engage throughout the sales cycle, ensuring alignment with strategic...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$94K - $118K *

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United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$137K - $254K *

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$137K - $254K *

Lead and empower a team in Organizational Change Management and testing, ensuring effective project delivery across finance systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive data accuracy and system int...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$96K - $132K *

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$116K - $162K *

Drive your career with a high-visibility Finance Manager role, supporting budgeting, forecasting, and strategic initiatives in the insurance sector. Collaborate with leadership and enhance capital eff...

Oceanside, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$182K - $212K *

Lead quality assurance efforts in rolling stock engineering, overseeing vehicle procurement and rebuilds. Collaborate with teams to ensure high standards and timely delivery while supervising inspecti...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$113K - $254K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$75K - $95K *

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$131K - $222K *

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Eden Prairie, MNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$101K - $152K *

Transform sales strategies by managing key accounts, driving revenue growth, and enhancing customer relationships. Collaborate with teams to execute operational goals and ensure exceptional service fo...

Dallas, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $155K *

Analyze complex data to enhance customer experience and fulfillment performance. Lead cross-functional initiatives, drive measurable results, and align stakeholders on strategic priorities to optimize...

Bentonville, ARRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $155K *

Transform complex fulfillment challenges into actionable solutions by leading cross-functional initiatives that enhance customer experience and operational efficiency. Collaborate with diverse teams t...

Bentonville, ARRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$96K - $118K *

Join a dynamic team to lead pricing and underwriting functions, driving financial analysis and risk evaluation. Collaborate with supervisors and analysts to enhance pricing strategies and support clie...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$291K - $307K *

Innovate as you lead the Logistics product organization, shaping strategy and vision for sustainable growth while driving efficiencies that enhance the marketplace experience for customers, shoppers...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$86K - $94K *

Shape the future of software quality by leading testing efforts, ensuring reliability, and collaborating with teams to deliver user-focused solutions. Engage in continuous improvement while providing...

Madison, WIRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in mobile core service assurance solutions. Leverage your expertise in cellular networks and product management to shape the future of cloud-native observability...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $140K *

Shape the future of industrial water solutions by driving sales growth, managing key accounts, and fostering enduring partnerships with customers and teams to enhance sustainable business outcomes and...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Oversee clinical trial management, ensuring quality deliverables and compliance. Collaborate with teams to design protocols, analyze data, and address challenges, driving successful execution of innov...

Blue Bell, PARemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Production Planning Manager do?question toggle

    A Production Planning Manager develops and coordinates production schedules based on demand, available capacity, labor, and materials. The role often includes monitoring inventory and performance, addressing schedule disruptions, and collaborating with manufacturing and supply chain teams.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Production Planning Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often seek relevant experience in production planning, manufacturing, or supply chain operations. Knowledge of scheduling, forecasting, inventory, ERP systems, and data analysis is commonly useful, as are communication and leadership skills.

  • Which industries hire Production Planning Managers?question toggle

    Production Planning Managers are hired in industries with manufacturing or complex production operations, including automotive, aerospace, consumer goods, pharmaceuticals, electronics, and industrial manufacturing.

  • How can I find Production Planning Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Explore vetted Production Planning Manager listings on Ladders, which focuses on professional roles paying $100,000 or more. Review each posting for its responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details.