Sr. Associate, Production Planning

Alcon MX; Aguascalientes; Presencial; MXN 480.000 - 720.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Flexible hours

Remote work options (min 3 days in the

office)

Descripción de la vacante

Alcon is seeking a Sr. Associate, Production Planning in Mexico City (Hybrid) to drive material planning and procurement for the Surgical Instrumentation Parts & Components team. You will manage schedules, coordinate material flow, and analyze inventory to support R&D timelines.

The role requires leadership, project management, and strong analytics to collaborate with global stakeholders and ensure timely delivery of materials for development projects.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent.
• 2–3+ years in Procurement, Purchasing, Production Planning, Materials Management, or Supply Chain Operations.
• Experience supporting R&D, Engineering, New Product Development (NPD) or Manufacturing projects is desirable.
• Advanced SAP knowledge in material planning, purchasing, inventory management, and supply chain processes.
• Advanced Excel skills for data analysis, reporting, pivot tables, dashboards, and process improvement.

Responsabilidades

• Maintain schedules for material requirements and availability to support R&D production and development activities.
• Coordinate flow of materials, components, and assemblies between suppliers, laboratories, manufacturing sites, and internal departments.
• Analyze quantities, costs, inventory levels, and material utilization records.
• Review demand and supply plans to identify shortages and mitigate risks.
• Collaborate with R&D, Engineering, Procurement, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to support projects.
• Lead material expediting and supplier performance initiatives.
• Support prototype builds, technology transfers, and innovation programs.
• Monitor production and fulfillment to meet milestones and delivery dates.
• Ensure compliance with GxP, SOPs, and quality standards.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Advanced Excel

English proficiency

Educación

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Herramientas

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Descripción del empleo

Sr. Associate, Production Planning Location: Mexico City (Hybrid) At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you’ll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers. We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon.

As a Sr. Associate, Production Planning supporting the Surgical Instrumentation Parts & Components team, you will be responsible for managing material planning, procurement activities, production schedules, and supply chain execution in support of Alcon's R&D operations.

This role serves as a key liaison between suppliers, procurement, engineering, manufacturing, and research teams to ensure materials, components, and assemblies are available to support product development timelines and project milestones.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership capabilities, project management experience, advanced analytical skills, and the ability to work effectively with global stakeholders in a dynamic and innovative environment.

In this role, a typical day will include:

• Maintain schedules for material requirements and material availability to support R&D production and development activities.
• Coordinate and monitor the flow of materials, components, and assemblies between suppliers, laboratories, manufacturing sites, and internal departments.
• Compile and analyze records regarding quantities, costs, inventory levels, and material utilization.
• Review material demand and supply plans to identify actual and potential shortages and implement mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate closely with R&D, Engineering, Procurement, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to support development projects and business priorities.
• Utilize knowledge of supplier capabilities and manufacturing processes to proactively identify risks and recommend corrective actions.
• Manage direct material procurement activities and supplier performance.
• Support prototype builds, product development initiatives, technology transfers, and innovation programs.
• Monitor production and fulfillment activities to ensure project milestones and committed delivery dates are achieved.
• Review master production schedules and demand signals to identify bottlenecks, shortages, and supply risks.
• Develop and execute long-term supply chain strategies that support business growth and evolving R&D requirements.
• Generate progress reports and communicate material status, project updates, shortages, substitutions, and schedule modifications to stakeholders.
• Lead material expediting activities and coordinate resolution of supply chain disruptions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable GxP requirements, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and quality standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on operational efficiency, process optimization, and supply chain excellence.
• Lead and participate in cross-functional projects that support strategic R&D and Supply Chain objectives.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO ALCON:

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Logistics, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• 2-3+ years of experience in Procurement, Purchasing, Production Planning, Materials Management, or Supply Chain Operations.
• Previous experience supporting Research & Development (R&D), Engineering, New Product Development (NPD), or Manufacturing projects is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to influence cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Advanced SAP knowledge, including material planning, purchasing, inventory management, and supply chain processes.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including data analysis, reporting, pivot tables, dashboards, and process improvement.
• Project Management experience, including leading and coordinating cross-functional initiatives and continuous improvement projects.
• Advanced English proficiency (written and verbal) with the ability to communicate effectively with global teams and suppliers.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced global environment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities.

HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:

• Opportunity to join a growing, early-stage organization built within a mature, stable global company.
• Friendly working environment and a diverse and highly motivated team
• Individual career development plan and possible career growth within a newly created account
• Truly international environment and daily interactions with colleagues and stakeholders from all over the world
• Attractive benefits & compensation package Flexible hours and remote work possibilities (min 3 days per week office-based)

Alcon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment and our policies are not to discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Alcon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment and our policies are not to discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Alcon, which was founded in 1945, sells its products in 180 countries worldwide.