Mid Level Production Planning Specialist Jobs
Mid level production planning specialist jobs go to professionals ready to own production schedules end to end, coordinate across procurement and operations teams, and make supply decisions with limited oversight. Openings cover Energy, Retail, and Manufacturing, with HD Supply, FreshDirect, and TotalEnergies among the employers hiring at this level now.
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See related jobsPreferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in production planning and warehouse management.
Job Summary
Manages the execution of production and labor plans within the distribution center, focusing on day-to-day operations to meet key performance indicators and ensure smooth building flow. Works closely with distribution center departments to develop staffing plans, forecast labor needs, and implement strategies to optimize operational efficiency.
Major Tasks, Responsibilities, and Key Accountabilities
- Leads the production planning process with the local distribution center leadership team, including forecasting labor and equipment needs, creating staffing plans, and making real-time adjustments to meet daily, weekly, and seasonal production goals.
- Coordinates building resources and collaborates with local distribution center departments to ensure alignment and execution of production plans, facilitating cross-departmental meetings to monitor progress and resolve issues.
- Partners with human resources and the local distribution center leadership team to manage staffing needs, including scheduled time off, ensuring adequate workforce availability.
- Identifies and resolves backlogs by analyzing bottlenecks, reallocating resources, and addressing opportunities for process improvement within the local distribution center.
- Monitors key performance indicators to ensure production and staffing plans are being executed effectively, making necessary adjustments to optimize performance and meet operational targets.
- Educates and trains the local distribution center leadership team on production planning processes, tools, and best practices to enhance operational effectiveness.
Nature and Scope
- Solutions require analysis and investigation.
- Achieves planned results by decisions and actions based on professional methods, business principles, and practical experience.
- Manages a group or team of professional individual contributors and/or indirectly supervises support staff.
Work Environment
- Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.
- Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.
- Typically requires overnight less than 10% of the time.
Education and Experience
- Typically requires BS/BA in a related discipline. Generally 7+ years of experience in a related field. May require certification. Advanced degree may offset less experience in some disciplines.
Our Goals for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
We are committed to creating a culture that promotes equity, respect, and advocacy for every HD Supply associate. We value the diversity of our people.
Equal Employment Opportunity
HD Supply is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in production planning and warehouse management.
Job Summary
Manages the execution of production and labor plans within the distribution center, focusing on day-to-day operations to meet key performance indicators and ensure smooth building flow. Works closely with distribution center departments to develop staffing plans, forecast labor needs, and implement strategies to optimize operational efficiency.
Major Tasks, Responsibilities, and Key Accountabilities
- Leads the production planning process with the local distribution center leadership team, including forecasting labor and equipment needs, creating staffing plans, and making real-time adjustments to meet daily, weekly, and seasonal production goals.
- Coordinates building resources and collaborates with local distribution center departments to ensure alignment and execution of production plans, facilitating cross-departmental meetings to monitor progress and resolve issues.
- Partners with human resources and the local distribution center leadership team to manage staffing needs, including scheduled time off, ensuring adequate workforce availability.
- Identifies and resolves backlogs by analyzing bottlenecks, reallocating resources, and addressing opportunities for process improvement within the local distribution center.
- Monitors key performance indicators to ensure production and staffing plans are being executed effectively, making necessary adjustments to optimize performance and meet operational targets.
- Educates and trains the local distribution center leadership team on production planning processes, tools, and best practices to enhance operational effectiveness.
Nature and Scope
- Solutions require analysis and investigation.
- Achieves planned results by decisions and actions based on professional methods, business principles, and practical experience.
- Manages a group or team of professional individual contributors and/or indirectly supervises support staff.
Work Environment
- Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.
- Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.
- Typically requires overnight less than 10% of the time.
Education and Experience
- Typically requires BS/BA in a related discipline. Generally 7+ years of experience in a related field. May require certification. Advanced degree may offset less experience in some disciplines.
Our Goals for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
We are committed to creating a culture that promotes equity, respect, and advocacy for every HD Supply associate. We value the diversity of our people.
Equal Employment Opportunity
HD Supply is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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Mid Level Production Planning Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level production planning specialist job?
Position yourself around ownership, not just task completion. Highlight projects where you managed a full production cycle, resolved material shortages independently, or improved on-time delivery metrics. Tailor your resume to show cross-functional coordination with procurement, logistics, and manufacturing teams. Certifications like APICS CPIM or CSCP strengthen your profile, and quantified results, such as reduced lead times or improved schedule adherence, set you apart from candidates with similar years of experience.
Which companies hire mid level production planning specialists?
Companies hiring mid level production planning specialists right now include HD Supply, FreshDirect, and TotalEnergies, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Manufacturers, consumer goods companies, and defense contractors tend to hire heavily at this level, particularly for roles that require hands-on ERP experience and cross-departmental coordination.
Are there remote mid level production planning specialist jobs?
Yes, though most roles still lean toward on-site or hybrid given the operational coordination involved. About 0% of mid level production planning specialist openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with fully remote positions more common in companies using cloud-based ERP systems where physical floor presence is less critical.
How do I move up to a mid level production planning specialist role?
The path from entry level to mid level comes from progressively owning more of the planning cycle. Early on, focus on mastering ERP tools, understanding demand signals, and executing schedules reliably. Over time, take on projects that require cross-functional communication and independent problem solving, like managing a supplier disruption or leading a capacity review. Earning an APICS credential and demonstrating measurable improvements in schedule accuracy or inventory efficiency signals readiness for mid level responsibility.
Which industries hire the most mid level production planning specialists?
Mid Level production planning specialist roles concentrate in Energy, Retail, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive consistent hiring at the mid level because they operate complex, high-volume supply chains that require experienced planners who can balance demand variability, supplier lead times, and production capacity without close supervision.