PRODUCTION PLANNER

Default Brand; Versailles; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Default Brand is seeking a Materials Planner to develop the production schedule and manufacturing plan aligned with finished product demand and inventory targets. You will optimize resource planning, coordinate with Purchasing, and ensure clear communications with customers, manufacturing teams, and subcontractors.

The role requires strong planning, analytical skills, and experience with SAP or similar ERP systems, plus a track record in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in business, logistics, supply chain management or related field.
• 3-5 years hands-on experience in materials management or logistics operations.
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong understanding of plant operations and production processes.
• Proven analytical abilities in forecasting and anticipating production needs and capacities.
• Skilled at solving practical problems and managing multiple priorities in fast-paced environments.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with ability to resolve conflicts and foster cross-department collaboration.
• Experience using SAP or comparable ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Develops the production schedule and manufacturing plan aligned with demand and inventory goals.
• Optimizes resource planning with reduced set ups and family scheduling.
• Coordinates with Purchasing to plan consumption of components and glass.
• Maintains clear communication with customers, manufacturing, and subcontractors.
• Schedules maintenance downtimes and engineering changes coordination.
• Prepares and publishes daily and weekly schedules and develops 12-week plans.

Skills

Forecasting

Analytical abilities

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Multi-priority management

Production planning

Inventory management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration / Logistics / Supply Chain Management

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Responsible for the development of the production schedule and manufacturing plan consistent with finished product demand, resource availability, and inventory level objectives.
• Optimizes resource planning operations through reduced set ups, family scheduling, etc.
• Schedules the production of material through the plant to meet customer requirements and maintain inventory levels
• Provide information to and coordinates with Purchasing Department to aid in the schedule for consumption of component parts and glass
• Maintains open communication with customers, manufacturing and support personnel, and subcontractors to assure manufacturing plans are clearly understood and fulfilled
• Coordinates with Maintenance and Engineering for scheduled down-time, PMs, equipment upgrades, etc.
• Assists in coordinating engineering changes
• Participates in new product development programs
• Interfaces with NMI/GSC and schedules pre-customer release development runs
• Maintains accurate records and documentation for history and audit purposes
• Supports departmental activities by serving as backup for other Materials positions as required.
• Prepares and publishes daily and weekly schedules
• Develops 12 week plan by part number
• Maintains updated procedures in support of Pilkington Quality System Requirements
• Provides assistance to Purchasing to determine material usage per part for annual blanket order estimation
• Review work in process material status on production floor
• Minimizes/eliminates obsolete material
• Participates in monthly/annual physical inventories
• Verifies Bill of Material and Routing accuracy
• Maintains the Material Master records
• On call 24/7 to respond to customer and scheduling questions
• Conducts all business affairs in accordance with Pilkington's business philosophy and Standards of Business Conduct
• Responsible for following the Environmental, Quality, and Safety policies.
• Other duties as assigned
• Adherence to NSG Standards of Business Conduct and it's Values and Principles

Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of hands-on experience in materials management or logistics operations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong understanding of plant operations and production processes.
• Proven analytical abilities in forecasting and anticipating production needs and capacities.
• Skilled at solving practical problems and managing multiple priorities in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to resolve conflicts and foster collaboration across departments.
• Demonstrated commitment to customer satisfaction and service excellence.
• Experienced in using SAP or comparable ERP systems for materials and production management.

Qualifications Desired:

• 3-5 years of experience in automotive manufacturing environment
• Six Sigma Certification
• APICS Certification
• SAP S/4HANA

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

Bachelors or better in Logistics or related field.

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