Manufacturing Planning Manager
National Oilwell Varco
Houston, TX
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Planning and Execution:
- Develop and implement strategic plans for scheduling, planning, and project management to support the company's manufacturing objectives for Internal & External Customer Order Requirements working with FGS operations teams.
- Ensure alignment of scheduling and planning activities with the overall business goals and production targets.
- Use systems and tools that integration with NOV Omega system to improve overall shop utilization/schedule across facilities with common product offering.
- Implement standard Project Management Tool/Process to be utilized across multiple FGS facilities.
- Support Inventory Planning activities utilizing Data analytics and functions within NOV Omega System.
- Scheduling and Resource Allocation:
- Oversee the development and management of production schedules for multiple manufacturing facilities.
- Work with operations team to ensure optimal allocation of resources, including labor, materials, and equipment, to meet production goals.
- Monitor production schedules and adjust as necessary to address changes in demand or operational challenges.
- Project Management:
- Lead and manage complex projects, from initiation through completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
- Develop project plans, define project milestones, and coordinate cross-functional project teams.
- Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful project delivery.
- Process Improvement:
- Identify opportunities for process improvements in scheduling, planning, and project management practices.
- Implement best practices and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and productivity.
- Collaborate with process improvement teams to integrate new methodologies and technologies.
- Align activities and efforts to support One Fiber Glass Systems initiative, with supporting standardization and optimization efforts across multiple facilities support similar products. Including Data Governance.
- Team Leadership:
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of scheduling, planning, and project management professionals across multiple FGS manufacturing facilities.
- Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement within the team. Incorporate NOV pulse results into culture focused activities and initiatives.
- Conduct regular performance reviews and provide coaching and feedback to team members. Participate in recruitment, evaluations, and promotions of employees. Conducts training and coaching for employees in new work roles/tasks, safety procedures, and company policies.
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders, including senior management, production teams, and external partners.
- Prepare and present regular reports on scheduling, planning, and project management performance.
- Responsible to follow all applicable company and corporate policies, guiding principles, procedures, and programs, including the process map, support processes, health, safety, and environmental requirements for example.
- All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in scheduling, planning, and/or project management within a manufacturing environment.
- Proven track record of successfully managing complex projects and leading cross-functional teams.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
- Understanding of ERP system operation and function
- Excellent communication skills, including problem resolution and motivational skills.
- Understanding of blueprints, machining, fabrication, and raw material beneficial.
- Composites Manufacturing or related industry experience an asset.
- Ability to work with a diverse group of employees and departments.
Skills and Behavioral Competencies:
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
- Superior communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in project management software and tools.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to solve complex problems.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to influence and drive change at all organizational levels.