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About the role

This role is responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing a constrained Master Production Schedule (MPS) that meets customer demand while aligning with operational capabilities. The position works closely with Operations to ensure production output meets planned targets and manages semi-finished goods (SFG) and finished goods (FG) inventories in accordance with business requirements.
Key responsibilities include ensuring effective MPS planning with full consideration of capacity constraints, monitoring demand fluctuations to maintain targeted service levels, and proactively mitigating service risks through close collaboration with Operations, Customers, and Suppliers. The role also partners with Operations to determine appropriate shift patterns and labor requirements. Additionally, this position ensures that the planning process supports collaborative, cross-functional ways of working to drive efficiency and alignment across the organization.

Your responsibilities

• Combine customer requirements and create production schedules that match production capacity.
• Review major demand changes and adjust plans to maintain service levels.
• Prepare daily production output and inventory reports.
• Build an 8‑week Master Production Schedule (MPS) based on customer demand.
• Lead weekly production meetings and manage all activities that affect the run plan and capacity.
• Prepare the weekly OFR report and work with Operations to find root causes of missed targets.
• Set monthly firm production volumes to align with plant targets.
• Analyze manufacturing and packing needs, and review operational issues.
• Work closely with Operations to ensure smooth production flow and achieve weekly targets.
• Monitor NPD, phase‑in/phase‑out, and discontinued SKUs to minimize write‑offs.
• Escalate any issues that affect production planning.
• Minimize SFG and FG inventory, and monitor SFG shelf life to prevent expiry.

The experience we're looking for

• 3–5 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or supply chain roles within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in capacity planning, material planning, and coordinating with suppliers.
• Proven ability to manage both short‑term and mid‑term planning horizons.
• Experience working closely with Operations, Procurement, and Supply Chain teams.

The skills for success

• In‑depth knowledge of ERP/MRP systems, including SAP and RR/PT
• Ability to perform well under pressure and in fast‑paced environments
• Strong ability to analyze and manage complex issues
• Proven problem‑solving and decision‑making skills
• Effective communication skills with cross‑functional teams

What we offer

Equality