Master Scheduler - Mumbai

FMC Corporation is a global leader in agricultural sciences, driven by our purpose: Innovation for Agriculture. Solutions for the Planet. We are passionate about the power of science to solve agriculture’s biggest challenges. With one of the most productive and diversified pipelines in the industry, FMC is delivering cutting-edge and next-generation crop protection technologies – including Dodhylex™ active, Isoflex™ active, rimisoxafen, and fluindapyr – to help farmers increase the productivity and resilience of their land. Our employees are at the heart of this innovation. We’re looking for bold thinkers and collaborative doers. At FMC, your ideas matter. From day one, you’ll contribute to meaningful work that drives progress in agriculture, supported by a culture that values integrity, safety, respect, and results. Join us in advancing the future of agriculture. Together, we’re building a more resilient planet – one innovation at a time.

At FMC, our employees are guided by our purpose: Innovation for Agriculture, Solutions for the Planet. We provide farmers innovative solutions that increase the productivity and resilience of their land. From our industry-leading pipeline to novel biologicals and precision technologies, we are passionate about the power of science to solve agriculture’s biggest challenges.

For more than a century, FMC has successfully delivered some of the of the industry's most advanced, innovative solutions that protect farmers’ crops from destructive pests and disease, while also protecting the environment. We are committed to fulfilling our mission of discovering new herbicide, insecticide and fungicide active ingredients, product formulations and pioneering technologies that are consistently better for the planet.

Position Summary

Master Scheduler is accountable for reviewing and upgrading the Demand/Supply Balanced Plan generated by the IBP Supply Solver. This role sets the weekly supply plan through month 4, and acts as the interface between short-term day-to-day production managed by detailed schedulers and a 5 to 24-month horizon managed by supply planners.

Location:  Mumbai

The Role (daily responsibilities): 

• Develops formulations and packaging Supply Plan for the 0-4 months horizon in weekly buckets in IBP.

• Use scenarios to evaluate alternate supply solutions as the planners develop a feasible procurement, production and materials distribution plan.

• Manage gaps and risks in the plan by identifying options not accounted for by the system, including coordinating with necessary stakeholders (e.g., expedited delivery, additional labour).

• Evaluate options for non-productive inventory and implement the best proposal

• Identify options for schedule optimisation (cost, capacity, etc)

• Maintains close communication with Demand Planner to evaluate changes proposed through the exception process

• Responsible for maintaining all the master data for the existing SKUs.

• Creation of New Master data (SKU Creation, Extend, Update, etc) through MDG Tool & Service Now Tickets.

• Own and improve the Planning Metrics along with Health Check metrics relevant to the Role.

• Lead Weekly Supply S&OE & Monthly Supply Review, including risks and upsides.

• Own various reports (Inventory projection, Slow moving Inventory, etc) for the sub-region, and support yearly budget activities.

• Coordination with the cross-functional team for the successful execution of the New Product Introduction through the system.

• Collaborate with international and regional stakeholders to ensure the timely delivery of required products through Stock Transfer Orders.

• Participates in supply chain improvement assignments/initiatives driven by COE and participates in special assignments.

The Candidate (requirements)

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical/ production/ mechanical / supply chain management or equivalent.

• Advanced Supply Chain or Project Management Certification preferred (CSCP, CPIM, CPM).

• 8-10 years of experience in multiple areas that would include time spent in a functional supply chain role as well as manufacturing, procurement, finance or another business function in a multi-national environment

• High-level proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

• ERP experience is required (SAP preferred), IBP optional.

• Direct experience in a planning role, along with advanced experience in planning systems, is required.

• Experience in the chemical manufacturing industry is preferred.

• Understanding of all supply chain elements, including manufacturing sourcing strategies, demand planning, material planning and procurement, production planning and scheduling, inventory management, distribution, and customer service

• Manages work using data and metrics. Owns and utilises KPIs to manage processes and drive improvement, including ensuring valid planning metric feedback is delivered every cycle to stakeholders

• Capable of facilitating meetings with appropriate stakeholders, such as manufacturing, procurement and/other planning members

• Able to act as the local focal point for knowledge to manage questions from cross-functional stakeholders about the current schedule

• Able to periodically review supply restrictions and facilitate discussion with stakeholders to identify options for improvement

• Ability to support and/or lead small-scale projects or initiatives

• Strong written and verbal communication capabilities 

FMC is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Employment decisions at FMC are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. We value diversity and strive to ensure that our hiring and employment practices support a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment.