Our CompanyWe are CARDI, a leading manufacturer of diamond core drilling, cutting, and sawing equipment for the construction industry. Since launching our first core drill in 1985, we’ve come a long way. Today, construction professionals around the world rely on CARDI’s wide range of core drills, blade saws, chainsaws, and diamond tools on their job sites. The RoleTo support our growth, we are looking for a Production Planning Manager who is passionate about manufacturing and driven by continuous improvement. You will be responsible for planning and coordinating manufacturing processes, ensuring that production flows smoothly and efficiently while meeting delivery deadlines, cost targets, and quality standards. As a Production Planning Manager, you will work within our Production Department, reporting to senior management and collaborating closely with:Production and assembly teamsPurchasing, Engineering, and Sales departmentsExternal suppliers and other stakeholders What You Will Be DoingYour key responsibilities will focus primarily on production planning, cross-functional coordination, and process improvement. a) Production PlanningDevelop and maintain production schedules based on demand forecasts, capacity, and resource availabilityDefine and track KPIs related to production efficiency, lead times, and inventory levelsCollaborate with other colleagues to assess material needs, manage inventory, and align with supplier capabilitiesOptimize resource allocation to balance priorities, capacity, and constraintsAnticipate and resolve planning conflicts, bottlenecks, and delays b) Cross-functional Coordination & Process MonitoringAlign production planning with execution by collaborating with production and assembly teamsEnsure timely procurement of materials through coordination with PurchasingMonitor performance against production plans to ensure delivery and quality targets are metAnalyze production data to identify trends, forecast needs, and support informed decision-makingShare insights and updates through clear, data-driven reports for stakeholders c) Continuous ImprovementIdentify opportunities to improve planning efficiency and production performanceBuild data-driven business cases and present improvement proposals to managementLead or support cross-functional initiatives focused on planning and process optimization Experience and QualificationsRequired:Minimum 10 years of experience in production planning or roles combining planning and production managementProven background in structured manufacturing environments with strong planning systems and processesStrong ability to design, manage, and improve planning frameworksExcellent knowledge of planning principles, tools, and performance metricsAnalytical mindset with confidence in working with data, KPIs, and reportsAdvanced proficiency in MS Excel and ERP systemsDegree in Engineering, preferably Management Engineering or related fieldStrong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively across functions and levelsPragmatic and results-oriented, comfortable in complex, fast-paced environmentsFluency in ItalianPreferred:Fluency in English What We OfferCompetitive salary packageA challenging role in a dynamic and flexible environmentThe benefits of a small company with a global presence: gain cross-functional exposure and broad skill developmentA culture of learning and contribution: work alongside experienced professionals and shape the direction of the Production DepartmentA fast-paced, ambitious environment where your work has real impact on our growth and our customers worldwideLocation: our office and plant in Pontida (BG), Italy will be your primary workplace We welcome every qualified candidate with the legal right to work in Italy.Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship. Don't hesitate to apply if you believe you're the right fit for this role.We look forward to hearing from you! The CARDI Team