Master Scheduler

Abbott

. Develop and maintain integrated supply plans and master production schedules .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $99,300 - $198,700 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in supply planning, inventory optimization, and capacity planning within the Integrated Business Planning (IBP) framework. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and develop data-driven strategies to enhance operational efficiency and mitigate risks.

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Supply PlanningInventory OptimizationIntegrated Business Planning (IBP)Capacity PlanningScenario Analysis

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Hard Skills

Master SchedulingOperations PlanningFinancial PlanningInventory ForecastingRisk Mitigation

Soft Skills

Cross-Functional LeadershipData-Driven Decision MakingContinuous Improvement

Tools & Technologies

ERP SystemsAdvanced Planning Solutions

Certifications & Qualifications

APICS CPIMAPICS CSCP

Industry Keywords

Supply Chain ManagementSales & Operations Planning (S&OP)Contract ManufacturersThird-Party Manufacturers (TPMs)

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and maintain integrated supply plans and master production schedules
Lead the Supply Review process within the Integrated Business Planning (IBP) framework
Develop supply strategies, identify risks and opportunities, document planning assumptions, and recommend gap closure actions
Partner with Demand Planning to align demand forecasts, supply capabilities, inventory strategies, and business objectives
Lead inventory optimization initiatives and establish inventory targets and planning strategies
Own inventory and distressed inventory projections for annual operating plans, forecasts, and business reviews
Evaluate short-, medium-, and long-term manufacturing capacity requirements across internal operations and external manufacturing partners
Identify capacity constraints, assess risks, and develop mitigation strategies
Perform scenario analysis and recommend supply and capacity strategies
Lead cross-functional efforts addressing supply constraints, product availability challenges, and material shortages
Drive inventory allocation and prioritization decisions during constrained supply
Develop and execute risk mitigation plans to minimize manufacturing disruptions and customer service impacts
Monitor performance against supply plans and identify risks, variances, and improvement opportunities
Partner with Planning, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Quality, Commercial, and Finance teams
Provide data-driven insights and recommendations supporting decision-making, continuous improvement, and business objectives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field required, or 4+ years of equivalent combination of education and work experience
8+ years of progressive experience in supply planning, master scheduling, inventory management, operations planning, or supply chain management
Experience supporting financial planning, inventory forecasting, and business review processes
Experience leading Integrated Business Planning (IBP), Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), or related planning processes
Demonstrated experience in inventory optimization, supply planning, capacity planning, and scenario analysis
APICS/ASCM CPIM, CSCP, or equivalent supply chain certification preferred
MBA or advanced degree preferred
Experience working with ERP systems and advanced planning solutions
Experience working with contract manufacturers and/or Third-Party Manufacturers (TPMs) preferred
Willingness to travel 10% of the time

Benefits

Comp & perks

Career development with an international company
Free medical coverage eligibility through the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan
Excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution
Tuition reimbursement
Freedom 2 Save student debt program
FreeU education benefit toward a bachelor’s degree