Job Responsibilities
We are seeking a skilled Production Planner to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing and updating the production plan to reflect customer orders, delivery deadlines, stock levels, and production capacities.
You will work closely with production, logistics, and purchasing teams to effectively plan and monitor production capacity, adapting to operational needs. This includes collaborating with the Sales team to ensure customer orders are scheduled efficiently, enhancing communication to address potential issues swiftly.
Key responsibilities include:
* Allocating customer orders across production weeks to maximize operational efficiency and reduce downtime while considering demand fluctuations.
* Monitoring and managing backlogs, collaborating with sales and production teams to adjust priorities and maintain customer satisfaction.
* Identifying deviations in the production process promptly and implementing corrective measures to ensure consistent production quality and efficiency.
* Developing and proposing ramp-up curves and production scenarios to effectively respond to changing demands and optimize production workflows.
Qualifications & Skills
The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Management Engineering, Production Management, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field. Fluency in English is required, with German and Italian being considered a plus.
Candidates should also demonstrate strong communication skills, with the ability to engage at the executive level. A minimum of 3 years of experience in program or project planning, preferably within a manufacturing environment, is preferred.
Additional qualifications include:
* Deep knowledge of production planning and ERP systems.
* Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
* Ability to collaborate effectively in a matrix collaboration among departments.
* Deep knowledge of MS Suite (Excel, Powerpoint, Word…).
About Our Company
Our company offers an innovative work environment in a young, dynamic team. We are committed to high-tech projects in the future-proof sector of e-mobility. We provide opportunities for advancement in a growing company, a wide range of further training opportunities, and an attractive bonus system and performance-related pay.