Sr Master Scheduler (Aerospace)

Location: West Caldwell, New Jersey, United States; onsite

Salary: $106,200–$141,900 annually

Company

Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components for aerospace, defense, space, communications, electronic warfare, radar, satellite, and commercial applications.

What you will do

• Lead and enhance Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP) processes for assigned sites and product lines.
• Develop and monitor Manufacturing Models and Plans for Every Part (PFEP) to optimize lead times and inventory turnover.
• Collaborate with Sales and Marketing to adjust demand forecasts for market dynamics, product launches, and large project purchases.
• Align demand forecasts with supply chain capacity, material planning, and lead-time requirements.
• Identify risks and opportunities related to backlog, sales plans, capacity, and supply chain execution.
• Develop performance metrics, audit processes, and implement cost-effective improvements using Lean and demand-driven best practices.

Requirements

• At least 7 years of experience in forecasting, demand planning, or statistical/business analysis in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Kanban, and value stream management.
• Strong understanding of SIOP best practices and end-to-end supply chain processes.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, decision-making, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Visio, Access, and Project.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, finance, operations, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

Nice to have

• Master’s degree or MS/MBA.
• CPIM or CSCP certification.

Culture & Benefits

• Standard office and manufacturing environment with required safety equipment and possible exposure to noise, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust, or fumes.
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance starting the first day of the month.
• 15 days of paid time off and 12 paid holidays annually.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Education reimbursement after six months of employment.
• Background check required; FAA-sensitive positions may require participation in a random drug testing pool.