Production Demand Scheduler

Production Demand Scheduler (Project-Driven Engineering) Location: Pickering Type: Full-time, on site, permanent Salary: Competitive on application Overview A skilled Production Demand Scheduler is required to lead the planning function within a project-driven engineering environment. The role focuses on effective scheduling, material coordination, capacity planning, and ensuring timely delivery across multiple projects. Key Responsibilities * Lead and develop the planning team, ensuring effective communication with Operations, Projects, Engineering, Sales, and Procurement. * Manage all Master Scheduling and integrate forecasts into the Master Production Schedule. * Maintain and optimise MRP data, resolve engineering/receiving issues, and manage change orders. * Monitor capacity and resource availability; update schedules to meet project demands. * Oversee inventory levels, material kitting, and stock parameters. * Provide regular schedule status updates and maintain planning dashboards/KPIs. * Ensure accurate creation, maintenance, and closure of work orders. * Support continuous improvement activities and ensure production orders meet time and cost targets. Accountabilities * Ownership of production schedules and workflow priorities. * MRP/ERP system development and user support. * Inventory control and reduction of excess stock. * Delivery of accurate reporting, KPIs, and schedule adherence metrics. Required Qualifications & Skills * Technical, engineering, or business-related education. * Strong MRP/ERP experience and ability to read engineering drawings. * Advanced Excel skills. * Excellent communication and organisational abilities. * 5+ years’ planning/scheduling experience in engineering manufacturing, plus leadership experience. Desirable * Project management training. * Experience with Microsoft Dynamics NAV or similar ERP systems