Production Planner

ElevateBio is a technology-driven company powering the industry forward by helping partners realize the potential of their therapies from design to commercialization. We have integrated a differentiated set of technologies, end-to-end services, and industry-leading manufacturing expertise to develop advanced therapies faster and more efficiently.

The Role

ElevateBio is seeking a strategic and analytical Master Scheduler to lead strategic schedule management, scenario planning, S&OP development, and cross-functional coordination within our Supply Chain Planning & Scheduling team. This full-time role is critical in ensuring the efficient alignment of supply, demand, and production capabilities while maintaining agility in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

As a Master Scheduler, you will develop and optimize scheduling strategies, analyze multiple scenarios to manage constraints, and lead the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process to drive visibility and informed decision-making. You will play a central role in coordinating manufacturing capacity planning, slot scheduling, and operational execution, ensuring seamless alignment with business objectives and long-term growth plans.

This position is ideal for someone with strong problem-solving skills, the ability to manage complexity, and a strategic mindset toward scheduling and supply chain operations.

Here’s What You’ll Do

• Develop and manage a master production schedule that aligns demand forecasts, manufacturing capacity, and resource availability.
• Lead scenario planning and capacity modeling to evaluate trade-offs, identify constraints, and provide scheduling flexibility.
• Optimize slot planning and long-term facility capacity utilization to ensure efficient operations and scalability.
• Continuously assess scheduling performance, leveraging data-driven insights to refine strategies and improve efficiency.
• Lead the S&OP process, integrating demand planning, production scheduling, and inventory management to align business objectives.
• Collaborate with Commercial, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Finance teams to ensure a balanced approach to supply and demand planning.
• Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor schedule adherence, production efficiency, and forecast accuracy.
• Facilitate monthly S&OP meetings, ensuring alignment across functions and executive visibility into scheduling constraints and opportunities.
• Act as the central scheduling liaison between Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Quality, and Program Management, ensuring alignment on priorities.
• Coordinate manufacturing capacity planning and slot allocation, balancing production schedules with operational constraints.
• Facilitate collaborative meetings and communication channels to ensure all stakeholders remain informed on schedule updates and changes.
• Proactively manage and resolve scheduling conflicts, adapting plans as needed to accommodate demand fluctuations and production variability.
• Manage and update production schedules in SAP, ensuring compliance with SOPs, work instructions, and established workflows.
• Monitor customer demand, manufacturing constraints, and inventory levels, ensuring seamless execution of GMP activities.
• Support technology transfers and clinical manufacturing scheduling, ensuring smooth transitions and efficient resource planning.
• Enhance material planning and inventory control processes, working closely with Manufacturing Operations and Quality Control teams.
• Define and track KPIs for schedule performance, efficiency, and process improvements.
• Develop and maintain advanced reporting tools, improving visibility into scheduling, capacity planning, and inventory trends.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance scheduling accuracy, manufacturing efficiency, and cross-functional collaboration.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 6 years of related experience, OR Master’s degree with at least 4 years of related experience, OR PhD with at least 2 years of experience.
• Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills, with experience in scenario planning and capacity modeling.
• Proficiency in ERP systems, particularly SAP, with a focus on production scheduling and inventory management.
• Demonstrated expertise in S&OP development and management, including cross-functional coordination and executive reporting.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage complex scheduling processes and competing priorities.
• Proven ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams, balancing multiple stakeholders needs while maintaining scheduling accuracy.
• Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, for advanced data analysis, modeling, and reporting; experience with Tableau or Power BI is a plus.
• High level of initiative and accountability, with a track record of driving scheduling improvements and delivering results.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex scheduling and S&OP concepts to stakeholders at all levels.

Physical and Environment Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, bend and stretch for extended period of time
• Ability to lift 15-20 lbs
• Ability to push, pull, bend, kneel, twist and climb step ladders while wearing PPE.
• Ability to perform routine repetitive motions with use of arms, wrists and hands

The budgeted range for this position is $125,000 - $165,000 This range is a good faith estimate of the expected hourly range for this position, based on a wide range of factors including qualifications, experience and training, operational and business needs and other considerations permitted by law. 

ElevateBio is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person’s race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or any characteristic protected under applicable law. ElevateBio will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.