Production Planning Manager

Job title: Production Planning Manager

Company: Rockwool

Job description: We are looking for a Production Planning Manager to lead a team of Production Planners and drive best‑in‑class planning across ROCKWOOL’s North American manufacturing network.This is an excellent opportunity for a planning leader who enjoys developing people, improving processes, and working cross‑functionally to solve complex problems in a fast‑moving manufacturing environment.Ready to help build a better future for generations to come?In an ever-changing, fast paced world, we owe it to ourselves and our future generations to live life responsibly. At ROCKWOOL, we work relentlessly to enrich modern living through our innovative stone wool solutions.Join us and make a difference!The annual base salary range for this position is $100,000 – $150,000 CAD. Your base salary is determined based on location, experience and the pay of employees in similar positions.Your future team:You will become part of the Supply Chain Planning Team and will be reporting to the Supply Chain Planning Manager in North America. You will lead a team of 4 Production Planners.What you will be doing:In this role, you will convert demand and supply plans into executable, efficient production plans that balance service, cost, and capacity. You will be the key link between medium‑term capacity planning and short‑term factory execution, ensuring planners have an end‑to‑end view of the supply chain and make decisions that support both operational performance and our growth ambitions.

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Production Planners, building a high‑performing, accountable, and collaborative planning culture.
• Own the end‑to‑end production planning process from demand hand‑off through capacity and line‑level planning for your factories.
• Ensure short‑ and medium‑term production plans align with demand, inventory targets, and capacity, clearly managing service, cost, and capacity trade‑offs.
• Lead or participate in key forums (e.g., Production Meetings, S&OP Supply Review) to represent production planning, highlight risks/opportunities, and agree on actions.
• Work closely with Sales, Demand Planning, Manufacturing, Logistics, and Customer Service to align plans, resolve conflicts, and ensure realistic, executable schedules.
• Partner with plant leadership to plan and manage downtime, constraints, and changes, proactively adjusting plans to protect customer service and throughput.
• Develop, standardize, and continuously improve production planning processes, tools, and ways of working across sites.
• Define, track, and communicate key planning KPIs, using data and analytics to understand performance, drive decisions, and prioritize actions.
• Ensure timely escalation and follow‑through on corrective and preventive actions, reinforcing a continuous improvement and problem‑solving mindset in the team.

What you bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in production or supply chain planning within a manufacturing environment, preferably across multiple sites.
• 2+ years of people leadership experience (formal manager or team lead), with a track record of coaching and developing talent.
• Strong understanding of end‑to‑end planning (demand, supply, capacity, and factory‑level production planning).
• Hands‑on experience with ERP and planning systems (ideally SAP and APO/IBP or similar advanced planning tools).
• High proficiency in Excel and comfort working with data, KPIs, and analytics to support decision‑making.
• Proven ability to lead cross‑functional collaboration and influence stakeholders across Operations, Supply Chain, and Commercial teams.
• Excellent communication skills, able to explain complex planning topics in a clear, practical way to both plant and office stakeholders.
• Highly organized, structured, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑moving, dynamic environment.
• Strong ownership mindset, with a focus on service, continuous improvement, and challenging the status quo to find better ways of working.

What we offer:At ROCKWOOL, our culture is one of teamwork, respect, and support. We offer a competitive salary, rewarding career and a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, and more
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Retirement Pension Matching Program
• Life and Disability Programs
• Educational Assistance
• Top up plans for maternity and paternity leave
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Who we are:We are the world leader in stone wool solutions. Founded in 1937 in Denmark, we transform volcanic rock into safe, sustainable products that help people and communities thrive. We are a global company with more than 12,000 employees, located in 40+ countries with 51 manufacturing facilities… all focused on one common purpose – to release the natural power of stone to enrich modern living.Sustainability is central to our business strategy. ROCKWOOL was one of the first companies to commit to actively contributing to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s) framework and are actively committed to 11 SDGs, including SDG 14, Life Below Water. Through our partnership with the One Ocean Foundation and in connection with our sponsorship of the Denmark SailGP team, we will help raise awareness around ocean health challenges in an effort to accelerate solutions to protect it.Work Environment & Conditions:

• Our offices are thoughtfully designed to foster collaboration, creativity, and opportunities for social engagement, allowing employees to find balance and bring their best selves to work.
• ROCKWOOL believes in giving back to the communities where we operate. Our offices worldwide engage in philanthropic initiatives, community involvement, and sustainability efforts that contribute to improving society and the environment. We encourage our employees to get involved and make a positive impact in the communities we serve.

Diverse and Inclusive Culture:We want all our people to feel valued, respected, included and heard. We employ 79 different nationalities worldwide and are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees, promote diversity, and work against all forms of discrimination among ROCKWOOL employees.At ROCKWOOL, you will experience a friendly team environment. Our culture is very important to us. In fact, we refer to our culture as “The ROCKWOOL Way”. This is the foundation in which we operate and is based upon our values of ambition, responsibility, integrity and efficiency.ROCKWOOL is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified candidates without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Expected salary: CA$100000 – 150000 per year

Location: Milton, ON

Job date: Sat, 31 Jan 2026 03:22:49 GMT

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