Global Planning Manager
5 days ago
Gosport
About North Sails North Sails is a world leader in the marine industry, known for innovation, craftsmanship, and unmatched quality in sailmaking and related products. Serving a global community of sailors and professionals, we are committed to pushing the boundaries of performance and reliability. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for a Global Planning Manager to join our passionate and dynamic team. About the Role As the Global Planning Manager, you will play a critical role in shaping and executing our international production and supply chain strategy. You’ll be responsible for optimizing production schedules, ensuring seamless international logistics, and leading a team focused on operational excellence and continuous improvement. This is a high-impact role suited for a strategic thinker with deep experience in manufacturing distribution scheduling and international supply chain management. Key Responsibilities Production Scheduling • Develop and manage production schedules across global manufacturing sites to meet demand and optimize resources, • Collaborate with sales, operations, and logistics teams to align capacity, lead times, and inventory International Supply Chain Management • Oversee global supply chain operations, ensuring compliance with trade regulations and timely product delivery, • Partner with suppliers, logistics providers, and internal teams to streamline international shipments Data Analysis & Reporting • Use Microsoft Dynamics D365 and other tools to analyze data, track KPIs, and deliver actionable insights, • Identify and implement improvements in production and supply chain workflows Compliance & Best Practices • Stay current with international trade laws and import/export compliance, • Implement best-in-class practices for scheduling and supply chain optimization Team Leadership • Lead and mentor a team of planners and schedulers, driving performance and development, • Foster a collaborative, innovative, and improvement-driven team culture What We’re Looking For Education • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, or related field, • Master’s degree is a plus Experience • 5+ years in production scheduling and international supply chain management, • Proven success in manufacturing distribution scheduling, • Deep understanding of international trade agreements and compliance Technical Skills • Proficiency in Microsoft Dynamics D365, • FileMaker development experience is a plus Soft Skills • Strong leadership and team-building abilities, • Analytical mindset with a solutions-driven approach, • Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills Why Join North Sails At North Sails, you’ll be part of a global brand built on innovation, performance, and craftsmanship. You’ll work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative environment, making an impact in the marine industry. If you’re ready to drive global operational excellence, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join a company where your work will help deliver world-class products to sailors around the world.