Senior Manager, Planning and Scheduling

Commonwealth Fusion Systems

190

Devens, MA, United States

Posted on: 2024-12-03

Category: renewables

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Employment type:

Full time

Experience required:

Senior

Salary

Salary not provided

About the company:

Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS) has the fastest, lowest cost path to commercial fusion energy.

CFS is collaborating with MIT to leverage decades of research combined with new groundbreaking high-temperature superconducting (HTS) magnet technology. HTS magnets will enable compact fusion power plants that can be constructed faster and at lower cost.

The mission is to deploy fusion power plants to meet global decarbonization goals as fast as possible. CFS has assembled a team of leaders in tough tech, fusion science, and manufacturing with a track record of rapid execution. Supported by the world’s leading investors, CFS is uniquely positioned to deliver limitless, clean, fusion power to combat climate change.

If you are interested in joining our team, check out cfs.energy/careers for more information.

About Commonwealth Fusion Systems:

Commonwealth Fusion Systems is on a mission to deliver the urgent transition to fusion energy.

Combining decades of research, top talent and new technologies, we’re designing and building commercially viable fusion power plants. And working with policymakers and suppliers to build the energy industry of the future.

We’re in the best position to make it happen. Since 2018, we’ve raised over $2 billion in capital – more than any other fusion energy company in the U.S.

Now we’re looking for more thinkers, doers, builders, and makers to join us. People who’ll bring new perspectives, solve tough problems, and thrive as part of a team.

If that’s you and this role fits, we want to hear from you.

Join the power movement as a Senior Manager, Planning and Scheduling

You will manage the team responsible for the end-to-end supply plan to ensure demand and supply for critical system builds are cohesive with the Integrated Master Schedule and Production Plans that allow the company to meet its objectives. You will be a leader who aligns company stakeholders with targets and objectives using production control, scheduling and planning best practices. You will be the planning subject matter expert and exceptional people leader within a collaborative culture and exhibit transparent communication and innovative solutions for mitigating schedule risk.

#LI-Hybrid

At CFS, we excel in fast-paced environments, driven by our values of integrity, execution, impact, and self-critique. As we grow, we’re eager to bring on mission-driven folks who offer diverse perspectives and fresh ways to tackle challenges.

We value diversity deeply and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally, regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law.

What you'll do:

Foster a cohesive strategy for the planning team that focuses on prioritizing material availability, production control and overall SPARC delivery

Create and manage the SPARC Master Schedule for construction, SPARC assembly and integration

Create and ensure compliance with all CFS Safety guidelines and policies; correct any unsafe conditions or behaviors while maintaining a clean work environment.

Establish and achieve team KPIs with a focus on delivering a functioning SPARC on time

Establish ‘pull’ strategy from the SPARC procurement and planning organizations to deliver systems and components for construction per the defined Master Schedule

Ensure accuracy of pick orders and record verified information in CFS ERP system

Optimize and support business processes including master data management, sales and operations planning and MRP

Manage the master scheduling and planning process for direct materials in support of internal customer requirements

Negotiate internally and externally at high levels and with persons of influence

Provide constant, clear, and timely updates to internal customers

Hire, develop, mentor, and performance manage the planning and production control teams

Supervise, evaluate and coach team members

Develop, monitor, and report supply and production risk mitigation strategies

What we're looking for:

Bachelor’s Degree

10+ years experience in Planning or Supply Chain

5+ years experience managing multiple levels of staff

Experience in manufacturing environment

Exceptional understanding of ERP & MRP functionality, logic and applications

Demonstrable experience/understanding of Master Scheduling best practices

Robust understanding of sales, inventory, and operations planning processes (SIOP, S&OP, IPT or other)

Remarkable problem-solving skills with a bias for speed

Ability to lead and mentor individuals at all levels

Strong computer skills with MS office and G-Suite applications

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

Resiliency - ability to lead, negotiate and inspire teams to work positively under moments of ambiguity and stress

Bonus points for:

Bachelor’s degree in the field of Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Finance or other related field

Masters Degree

Certifications: A.P.P., C.P.M., CPSM, CSCP, CPIM

5+ years experience in advanced ERP functionality

Experience in a start-up or high growth environment

Proven experience in establishing new or managing improvements to business processes

SQL / database query languages

Must-have requirements:

Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs

Perform activities such as stooping, typing, standing, and sitting for extended periods of time

Work in a facility that contains industrial hazards including heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, high current, pressure systems, and cryogenics

Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call occasionally

Commonwealth Fusion Systems

190

Full time

Commonwealth Fusion Systems

190

Full time

Renewables