Network Scheduler

Responsibilities

• Short-Term Planning & Schedule Management
• Plan and execute internal and supplier fulfilment within a 12-week horizon to maximise clear-to-build and delivery performance.
• Translate network supply plans into executable master production and repair schedules.
• Balance production load across sites and define buy volumes to support the agreed plan.
• Manage demand changes (new orders, cancellations, priority shifts) within the S&OE window.
• Convert demand into repair plans and schedule M-orders in line with operational readiness.
• SIOP & S&OE Alignment
• Execute schedules aligned to SIOP targets for inventory, production utilisation, and cost-to-serve.
• Operationalise SIOP decisions through weekly S&OE cycles.
• Identify risks and opportunities within S&OE, acting as the first escalation point for near-term issues.
• Performance, Recovery & Risk Management
• Own customer recovery schedules and line-of-balance actions, ensuring effective execution.
• Lead arrears burn-down and recovery of past-due customer orders.
• Support On-Time Delivery through proactive scheduling, material readiness, and cross-functional coordination.
• Proactively identify short-term risks (supplier constraints, expedites, re-routes, inventory redeployment) and recommend mitigation actions.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Partner with Operations to align capacity, labour, and resources with scheduled requirements.
• Work closely with Procurement to secure supply, resolve shortages, and manage expedites.
• Collaborate with Customer Service to confirm achievable commitments and communicate risks early.

Requirements

• APEX CPIM would be an advantage but is also not a requirement for the role
• Experience in production scheduling, material planning, or supply chain execution.
• Strong understanding of ERP/MRP systems, planning parameters, and master data health.
• Ability to prioritise, manage frequent changes, and communicate effectively.
• Strong problem-solving skills with experience in short-term risk identification and mitigation

Benefits

Additional Information

Nestled in the heart of Devon, UK, the South Molton plant is home to a team of over 400 talented professionals, driving excellence in aerospace manufacturing. With a proud history dating back to 1973, this facility has grown into a powerhouse of precision engineering, delivering high-quality components to some of the world's most renowned aerospace brands. What makes South Molton unique? Our one-of-a-kind investment casting foundry, established in 1975, sets us apart from all other Eaton Aerospace plants. Today, our focus is on designing, manufacturing, and testing top-tier aerospace components, ensuring safety, reliability, and cutting-edge innovation. We proudly collaborate with industry giants like Airbus, Boeing, Embraer, and Augusta Westland, with our main customer being Eaton's Titchfield facility in Hampshire, UK. If you're looking for a dynamic environment, world-class engineering, and the opportunity to shape the future of aerospace, South Molton is the place to be! The Network Scheduler is responsible for converting Demand into a Network Supply Plan with an actionable 0-3-month executable production plan. This role ensures material and production readiness across the network, maximizes demand fulfilment, and drives short-term supply chain performance through proactive risk mitigation and recovery management. The Network Scheduler works closely with Production Planning, Network Planners, Operations, Procurement,and Customer Service within the S&OE (Sales and Operations Execution) Short-Term Scheduling & Demand Fulfilment horizon 0-3 months

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