Production Planning & Operations Manager

This is an onsite role in Phoenix, AZ (Zip Code - 85085). Required schedules are dayshift Tuesdays-Saturdays or Sundays-Thursdays. This role blends operations planning, project management, and data analysis to drive on-time delivery, optimize resources, and improve supply chain performance. The successful candidate combines analytical rigor with cross-functional leadership—driving alignment across Operations, Supply Chain, and Project Management to enable predictable, efficient, and data-driven execution. Qualifications: • High School Diploma (or equivalent) • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Industrial Engineering, Business, or related field a plus • Experience in planning, procurement, spares operations or project management • Semiconductor equipment manufacturing or high-tech hardware experience a plus • Job will be Onsite Flex. Hybrid role requires both in person and remote • Willing to work Dayshift Sundays-Thursdays or Tuesdays-Saturdays and Holidays is a plus • proficient in ERP/ MRP systems (SAP is preferred) • Advanced Excel or data visualization tools • Strong analytical & problem-solving skills with proven ability to turn data into actionable insights Job Duties: Production Planning & Scheduling • Translate customer demand, backlog, and forecast signals and execute on order fulfillment • Continuously monitor plan adherence, identify gaps, and drive recovery plans to meet delivery targets. Project & Program Management • Act as a cross-functional project manager for escalations, recovery initiatives and drive corrective action cross-functionally • Lead coordination meetings between manufacturing, supply chain, planning and Spares Ops teams • Develop and maintain project timelines, action trackers, and risk mitigation plans including the maintenance of project expectations within the Spares Enterprise Data Analysis & Reporting • Use data-driven insights to optimize order fulfillment and on-time delivery • Build or facilitate development of dashboards or reports (e.g. Excel, Power BI) to monitor key metrics. Partner with programmers and the analytics team for more complex and longer-term asks. Work with functional SMEs as needed to convey business needs. • Identify and detect upstream deviations and defects that negatively impact the order fulfillment process • Perform root-cause analysis and propose and execute on measurable corrective actions. • Leverage ERP (SAP) and planning tools to analyze demand/supply trends, simulate scenarios, and support decision-making • Partner with analytics teams to automate planning reports and enhance forecast visibility Success Factors: • Generate requirements (e.g. tools, business processes) and execute on the implementation of an active management structure and process controls • Operates with a project manager mindset—drives accountability, clarity, and measurable progress. • Uses data as a decision tool, not just a report—translates analysis into operational improvements • Thrives in a high-mix, dynamic environment and can pivot plans quickly when business priorities shift. • Influences across functions and levels with confidence, clarity, and data credibility. Escalates within the Management System as needed. • Passionate about operational excellence and continuous improvement. Preferred Skills: • Proficient in ERP/MRP systems (SAP preferred) • Advanced Excel or data visualization tools. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with proven ability to turn data into actionable insights. • Demonstrated project management skills with experience coordinating cross-functional teams. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to present to all organizational levels. Our Client is a Fortune 350 company that engages in the design, manufacturing, marketing, and service of semiconductor processing equipment.