Pernod Ricard

Pernod Ricard

Manager, Master Planning

Fort Smith, AR

Sponsorship not specified$81k-$101kDetected 2 days ago
SAPOperations ManagementSupply ChainProcurementERPInventory ManagementPerformance ManagementCustomer SupportLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationMentoringS&OPDemand Planning

About the role

  • The Manager, Master Planning is responsible for end-to-end production and materials planning for Pernod Ricard's Fort Smith manufacturing facility.
  • The Manager, Master Planning provides leadership to the Materials Planners and Production Scheduler and serves as the primary planning liaison between the plant, supply chain, and commercial teams.
  • The Manager, Master Planning is a key leader in the North American S&OP/IBP, translating the consensus demand plan into a feasible, value-maximizing supply plan with clear constraints and trade-offs.

Responsibilities

  • Own the master production plan for the facility, aligning demand forecasts, net requirements, and inventory targets with available capacity.
  • Lead scenario planning for new SKUs, bottling transitions, equipment upgrades, seasonal demand, and line changes.
  • Ensure materials availability supports the production plan while maintaining inventory targets and minimizing obsolescence.
  • Partner with procurement and suppliers to manage lead times, shortages, and supply risks.
  • Scheduling & Execution Support
  • Partner with operations to manage schedule adherence, changeovers, downtime impacts, and recovery plans.
  • Lead, coach, and develop the Materials Planners and Production Scheduler.
  • Drive continuous improvement in planning tools, processes, and data accuracy.
  • Support S&OP / IBP processes by providing clear capacity, inventory, and risk insights.
  • Lead Monthly Site Reviews of the Master Plan to identify constraints and communicate changes with plant and departmental leadership.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business, or related field.
  • 7+ years of experience in production planning / master planning within a manufacturing environment.
  • Strong understanding of MRP, capacity planning, and inventory management principles.
  • Advanced proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, JDE, or similar) and Excel.
  • Support daily/weekly execution reviews and adjust plans as required.
  • Prior experience in beverage, food, CPG, or regulated manufacturing strongly preferred.
  • Demonstrated experience leading or mentoring planners or schedulers.

Nice to have

  • Experience in alcoholic beverage bottling, packaging, or high-mix SKU environments.
  • Experience supporting new product introductions (NPI) and line expansions.
  • APICS/ASCM certification (CPIM, CSCP) or equivalent.
  • Experience participating in or leading S&OP / IBP processes.
  • Key Competencies:
  • Strategic thinking with strong execution focus.
  • Data-driven decision making.
  • Strong communication and influencing skills.

Skills

  • Our work philosophy celebrates the magic of human connection with the flexibility needed to provide one's most meaningful contribution.
  • Check out PRUSABenefits.com for details.
  • Pernod Ricard USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
  • Offers will be subject to United States local terms.
  • Pernod Ricard USA is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.
  • To request reasonable accommodation during the application process, contact us at PR_NA_TalentAcquisition@pernod-ricard.com.

Compensation

  • Develop and maintain short-, mid-, and long-range production plans (weekly, monthly, and annual horizons).

Benefits

  • Own inventory health metrics including turns, excess & obsolete (E&O), and aging.

Company info

  • Where Conviviality is at work.
  • Pernod Ricard is a global premium international champagnes and spirits company.
  • We're the team behind leading brands such as ABSOLUT® Vodka, Jameson® Irish Whiskey, Malibu®, Kahlúa® Liqueur, The Glenlivet®, Beefeater and Malfy Gins, and a leading portfolio of American whiskey brands including Jefferson's, Rabbit Hole, TX, Smooth Ambler and Skrewball™ whiskey.
  • Working at Pernod Ricard is all about igniting conviviality in all that we do.
  • Derived from the French word, convivialité…it means human connection, authenticity, friendly, and jovial.
  • Conviviality is energy and spirit with a splash of je ne sais quoi and is a core philosophy around how we live and work at Pernod Ricard.
  • (1) grounded in the real; (2) fiercely authentic; (3) passion for challenge; and (4) connected beyond borders; we are team players, dream makers, trailblazers, movers and (cocktail) shakers.
  • We have a passion for living life to the fullest, making new friends every day, and realizing our potential as people and as a business!
  • Pernod Ricard is a global premium spirits and wine company.
  • We're the team behind leading brands such as ABSOLUT® Vodka, Jameson® Irish Whiskey, Malibu®, Kahlúa® Liqueur, The Glenlivet® Gin, and Skrewball™ whiskey, as well as many more superior wines and exquisite champagnes!

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