Production Planning Control Coordinator

Colgate-Palmolive; São Paulo; Presencial; BRL 120 000 - 160 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Colgate-Palmolive is seeking a Production Planning Coordinator in Sao Paulo, Brazil. You will develop short- and long-term material planning strategies to support commercial activities, coordinating raw and packaging materials to meet service targets.

You will interface with Procurement, Logistics, Demand Planning, Finance, and others to align plans and improve efficiency. The role emphasizes 100% system-driven planning via SAP/APO, managing safety stock, MOQs, and lot sizes, while reducing SLOB

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Combined experience in Production Planning and Industrial Engineering.
• Experience with Plant Segmentation & Materials Playbook tools, focusing on SLOB and inventory reduction.
• Proficiency in SAP / APO, Excel and Google tools.
• Advanced English language skills.

Responsabilidades

• Supplier Management: build relationships with vendors to streamline ordering and maintain stock.
• Inventory & Risk Mitigation: identify shortages and use SAP tools to track inventory projections.
• Systems & Master Data Optimization: maintain SAP/APO master data and refine MRP parameters.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: partner with Procurement, Global Supply Chain, CS&L, and external partners.
• Financial Alignment: support stock coverage policies and month-end inventory reporting.
• NPD Readiness: coordinate with Marketing, Commercial, CMS, and Finance for new product launches.

Conhecimentos

SAP / APO

Advanced English

Excel

Google tools

Inventory optimization

Formação académica

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field

Ferramentas

SAP/APO

Plant Segmentation

Materials Playbook

Descrição da oferta de emprego

No Relocation Assistance Offered

Job Number #175655 - Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, Brazil

Who We Are

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specialising in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!

Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.

Position: Production Planning Coordinator

Location: Sao Paulo, SP, BRA , Jaguare

Role Summary

The Production Planning Coordinator develops short- and long-term materials planning strategies to support all commercial activities as translated through demand and production plans and pre-established inventory and coverage goals of raw and packaging materials. This position is responsible for coordinating raw and packaging materials strategies in order to support operational execution, maintain stock coverage policies, and meet customer service targets. Key interfaces include Procurement, External Suppliers, Logistics, Supply Network Planning, Demand Planning, Subsidiary CS&L, Finance, CMS, Global Planning, and Human Resources.

Main Responsibilities

• Supplier Management: Build strong relationships with vendors to streamline ordering processes, align lead times, and maintain optimal stock levels.
• Inventory & Risk Mitigation: Proactively identify and resolve material shortages. Utilize SAP tools to manage supply alerts, track inventory projections, and minimize Slow-Moving and Obsolete (SLOB) stock.
• Systems & Master Data Optimization: Drive 100% system-driven planning by maintaining accurate SAP/APO master data. Refine MRP parameters (Safety Stock, MOQ, lot sizes) to reduce costs and waste while improving service levels.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Procurement, Global Supply Chain, CS&L, and external business partners to bridge supply gaps, execute network strategies, and hit primary KPIs.
• Financial Alignment: Support stock coverage policies, manage inventory budgets, and deliver accurate month-end inventory reporting.
• NPD Readiness: Coordinate with Marketing, Commercial, CMS, and Finance to ensure flawless material readiness and timely execution for new product launches.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional Experience: Combined experience in Production Planning and Industrial Engineering . Prior experience with Plant Segmentation & Materials Playbook tools, focused on SLOB and inventory reduction.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in SAP / APO, as well as proficiency in Excel and Google tools.
• Language Skills: Advanced English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education & Certifications: Master’s degree or professional certification in Project Management, Supply Chain, or Operations.
• Advanced Analytics & Tools: Familiarity with advanced analytics, predictive modeling, or AI-driven tools to optimize forecasting, inventory workflows, and decision-making.
• Intermediate Spanish.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.