Production Scheduler, New Zealand

Job Title: Production Scheduler, New Zealand Company: Sensient Technologies Corporation Job Category: SAP PP Roles & Responsibilities: We are looking for a dynamic Production Scheduler to join our team. Reporting directly to the Planning Manager, you will be the heartbeat of our operations—balancing supply and demand, turning raw data into actionable plans, and keeping our production floor moving smoothly. What you will do: * Master the Flow: Daily retrieval, analysis, and resolution of MRP messages to keep our inventory and production perfectly aligned. * Own the Schedule: Generate, schedule, and track Work Orders, ensuring every team member knows exactly what needs to be built and when. * Keep Teams Connected: Work hand\-in\-hand with Production, Purchasing, Quality, Warehouse, and Customer Service to communicate manufacture dates and resolve bottlenecks. * Problem\-Solve on the Fly: Partner closely with the Planning Manager to troubleshoot errant MRP messages and keep the system accurate. * Drive Efficiency: Collaborate with Quality and R\&D teams to identify, validate, and action opportunities for product rework. * Support the Big Picture: Lend your expertise to the wider planning team by loading forecasts and taking on special projects on an as\-needed basis. About Sensient: Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, specialty colors, and other specialty and fine chemicals. The Company's customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world's best\-known brands. Work Location: Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Availability: Full time

What you will bring: * Education \& Experience: A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional\-level work experience that showcases your analytical mindset. * Tech Savvy: Hands\-on experience navigating MRP systems. (If you have JD Edwards Enterprise experience, that’s a huge plus—but if not, we’ll teach you!) * Industry Insight: A background or interest in Food Manufacturing processes is highly preferred, helping you understand the unique flow of our production floor. * Collaborative Spirit: Excellent communication skills to seamlessly liaise between multiple departments and keep everyone marching to the same beat. What you will bring: * Opportunity to collaborate with your colleagues, onsite 5 days per week * An excellent salary, benefit offering and development opportunities * A thorough and effective training experience during onboarding and beyond Key Skills: MRP Salary: Not disclosed