Production Planner (9 Month Contract)

Rotork; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Rotork is seeking a Production Planner to join the Supply Chain team in Losser on a 9‑month fixed term contract. You will release and plan production orders to ensure a stable shopfloor and on‑time delivery to customers.

You will collaborate with Sales, Contracts, Engineering and Purchasing, monitor progress, and maintain data in ERP systems to support efficient production flow. The role demands a proactive, structured mindset and strong communication in Dutch and English, ensuring we meet

Qualifications

• Degree or relevant experience in supply chain, engineering, or operations.
• Experience or strong interest in production planning or manufacturing.
• Comfortable working with data and planning tools / ERP systems.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross‑functionally.
• Fluent in Dutch and English.
• Structured, hands-on and proactive mindset.

Responsibilities

• Release and manage production orders in line with demand and capacity.
• Plan and prioritise orders to support on-time delivery.
• Coordinate daily with Production, Sales, Contracts, Engineering and Purchasing.
• Monitor production progress and address planning issues proactively.
• Support a steady and efficient shopfloor production flow.
• Track and report key supply chain KPIs, including OTD.
• Maintain accurate data in the ERP and planning systems.

Skills

Production planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Degree in Supply Chain

Engineering

Operations

Tools

ERP systems

Data tools

Job description

Rotork is a global leader in mission‑critical flow control and instrumentation solutions, serving customers who manage the movement of liquids, gases and powders. Its technologies help organizations improve efficiency, enhance safety, reduce emissions and lower environmental impact. With a strong focus on innovation, Rotork delivers high‑quality, dependable products trusted worldwide.

The company operates across three key end‑market divisions, Oil & Gas, Water & Power, and Chemical, Process & Industrial, allowing it to build close strategic relationships and respond directly to customer needs. With 3,500 employees in 170 countries, Rotork integrates deep customer collaboration with a strong research and development approach to create cutting‑edge automation solutions.

Job Description

We are looking for a Production Planner to join our Supply Chain team in Losser on a 9‑month Fixed Term Contract.
The role focuses on releasing and planning production orders to ensure a stable shopfloor and on‑time delivery (OTD) to customers.

You will act as a key link between Production and several internal departments, including Sales, Contracts, Engineering and Purchasing.

Key responsibilities

• Release and manage production orders in line with demand and capacity
• Plan and prioritise orders to support on‑time delivery
• Coordinate daily with Production, Sales, Contracts, Engineering and Purchasing
• Monitor production progress and address planning issues proactively
• Support a steady and efficient shopfloor production flow
• Track and report key supply chain KPIs, including OTD
• Maintain accurate data in the ERP and planning systems

Qualifications

• Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations or similar (or relevant experience)
• Experience or strong interest in production planning or manufacturing
• Comfortable working with data and planning tools / ERP systems
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross‑functionally
• Fluent in Dutch and English
• Structured, hands‑on and proactive mindset

Additional Information

Our purpose is Keeping the World Flowing for Future Generations.

For over sixty years, the world has relied on us to create the things that keep everything moving. From oil and gas to water and shipping, pharmaceuticals and food- these are the flows on which our modern world depends.

Today we're respected and admired for our people, performance and products. Our success flows from our commitment to engineering excellence, and that's what we will always pursue, safely and sustainably.

Rotork is going through an exciting period of change and growth, building on our existing market leadership. It's a great time to join us and make an impact in shaping the future of our business.