Production Planner - Caterpillar Equipment Processing Center Zeebrugge (graduate program)

CATERPILLAR INC.; Belgique; À distance; EUR 40 000 - 54 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Caterpillar Inc. in Zeebrugge hosts a graduate Production Planner role in our Equipment Processing Center. You will develop capacity plans, analyze data, and collaborate across Order Management, Supply Chain, Quality, and Transport to ensure timely processing and shipment of machines to customers.

The program emphasizes analytical skills, ERP/CRM familiarity (SAP, PowerBI), and strong English/Dutch communication for cross-functional teamwork.

Qualifications

• Ability to manage and analyse large datasets.
• Independent, structured, and collaborative team player.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Resilient, adaptable, and hard-working.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Interested in ERP and CRM systems (e.g., SAP, PowerBI).
• Fluent in English and Dutch (both written and verbal).

Responsabilités

• Develop and execute an efficient capacity plan for machine processing.
• Conduct data analysis and visualization to inform decision-making.
• Collaborate closely with service providers and internal teams including Order Management, Supply Chain, Quality, and Transport.
• Prioritize and plan operations to optimize performance and minimize delays.
• Manage 3PL performance, communication, and issue resolution.
• Contribute to the identification and implementation of process improvements.

Connaissances

Data analysis

Excel

Analytical thinking

Communication

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Outils

SAP

PowerBI

Description du poste

Production Planner – Caterpillar Equipment Processing Center Zeebrugge (graduate program)

About Caterpillar:

At Caterpillar, we’re dedicated to building a better world through our innovative machinery and solutions. Our success is driven by our talented team members who are passionate about making a difference. Join us in our mission to empower communities and drive progress worldwide.

Our Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD)is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar.In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is ourcustomers and helping them build a better world. PSLD is responsible for the worldwide distribution of Cat aftermarket parts, integrated logistics, and global service to develop and support our global dealer network and customers.

We are seeking a dynamic and analytical Production Planner to join our Equipment Processing Center in Zeebrugge. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for driving operational efficiencies within the scheduling processes to ensure the timely preparation and shipment of machines to our customers.

Responsibilities:

• – Develop and execute an efficient capacity plan for machine processing
• – Conduct data analysis and visualization to inform decision-making
• – Collaborate closely with service providers and internal teams including Order Management, Supply Chain, Quality, and Transport
• – Prioritize and plan operations to optimize performance and minimize delays
• – Manage 3PL performance, communication, and issue resolution
• – Contribute to the identification and implementation of process improvements

Basic Requirements:

• – Ability to manage and analyse large datasets
• – Independent, structured, and collaborative team player
• – Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• – Resilient, adaptable, and hard-working
• – Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• – Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel
• – Interested in ERP and CRM systems (e.g., SAP, PowerBI)
• – Fluent in English and Dutch (both written and verbal)