Planning and Scheduling Manager, Tate Americas

Job Type: Full-time

Duration of role: Permanent

Position: 1

Reporting to: Plant Manager – Red Lion 2 and Baltimore

Location: Red Lion (Plant #2), PA or Baltimore, MD

 

About Us

 

At Tate we are passionate about everything we do. As an independent brand operating within Kingspan Group, a global plc group of companies, Tate has been recognized worldwide as an industry leader in the development and manufacture of data center infrastructure solutions and commercial office raised access floors, for over 60 years.  With revenues of over $600m and growing, Tate plays a pivotal role in offering expertise in cutting edge design engineering to craft solutions, by working collaboratively with clients as a trusted partner. 

 

Tate continues to grow and expand, operating multiple manufacturing and commercial sites across the US, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia. We are excited about our fresh, dynamic, and inclusive team of experts working on new innovations and forward-thinking designs, as we remain a market leading player within our industry. We continue to invest heavily in the best available manufacturing tools and equipment needed to adhere to Tate’s world class standards and in keeping with our Planet Passionate sustainability strategy, our focus is on having minimal climate impact.

 

We are excited to potentially welcome you as part of our team as we continue to grow on a worldwide scale.

 

 

About the Role

 

The Planning & Scheduling Manager will be responsible for overseeing, coordinating, and managing all scheduling, logistics, and transportation operations for the Red Lion (Plant #2) and Baltimore manufacturing operation. The role ensures efficient planning and execution of production schedules, inventory management, and supply chain processes to meet customer demands and company targets. The manager will work closely with cross-functional teams, including production, sales, and customer service, to ensure the timely and cost-effective delivery of goods.

 

 

What You’ll Do

 

• Scheduling & Planning:

• Develop and maintain master production schedules based on sales forecasts, customer demands, and inventory levels.
• Work with production teams to adjust schedules as necessary, ensuring timely fulfillment of orders.
• Optimize scheduling processes for maximum efficiency and minimum downtime.
• Balance workloads and capacity across different divisions to meet production targets and deadlines.

 

• Logistics & Distribution:

• Oversee the movement of goods from suppliers to production operations and finished products to customers.
• Manage and optimize transportation routes to reduce costs and improve delivery times.
• Collaborate with 3PL providers and internal logistics teams to ensure high service levels and on-time delivery.
• Implement strategies to mitigate transportation risks, such as delays, accidents, or supply chain disruptions.

 

• Inventory Oversight:

• Monitor inventory levels to ensure adequate stock of materials, parts, and finished products while minimizing excess inventory.
• Work with procurement teams to ensure timely delivery of raw materials for production.

 

• Team Leadership & Development:

• Lead and mentor a team of schedulers, logistics coordinators, and supply chain professionals.
• Provide training and support to ensure continuous improvement in scheduling and logistics processes.
• Foster a collaborative and results-driven team environment.

 

• Process Improvement & Reporting:

• Identify areas for process improvements in scheduling and logistics
• Implement and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for scheduling accuracy, delivery performance, and logistics costs.
• Prepare regular reports on logistics performance, scheduling compliance, and cost efficiency for senior management.
• Utilize data-driven analysis to make recommendations for optimizing operations.

 

• Customer & Supplier Relations:

• Liaise with customers to ensure delivery timelines are met and address any logistical concerns.
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers and carriers to ensure reliable and cost-effective service.
• Manage and negotiate contracts with third-party logistics providers and transportation companies.