Functional Analyst - APS

Bridgestone EMEA; Stargard; On-site; PLN 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global tire and rubber company is seeking a Functional Analyst to enhance production planning through APS solutions across its EMEA plants. The role involves analyzing business requirements, translating needs into functional specifications, and collaborating with teams in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree, over 3 years of experience in manufacturing, and strong leadership and analytical skills. The company offers a dynamic work environment and opportunities for personal development.

Benefits

Supportive onboarding experience

Opportunities for training and mentorship

Corporate Social Responsibility activities

Diverse and inclusive team environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Economics/Business.
• 3+ years experience implementing APS solutions in Manufacturing.
• Strong English proficiency at C1 level.

Responsibilities

• Gather and analyze business requirements from multiple plants.
• Translate operational needs into user stories and functional specifications.
• Monitor and evaluate the impact of new features.

Skills

Knowledge of manufacturing processes

Agile methodologies

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Economics/Business

Tools

Quintiq

APS systems

MES systems

ERP systems

Job description

About Us

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. (BSAM), headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, and Bridgestone Europe, Middle East and Africa (BSEMEA), headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, operate collectively as a “Bridgestone West” strategic region. This region services the strategic business needs of teams across the Americas, Europe, Middle East and Africa. BSAM and BSEMEA are subsidiaries of Bridgestone Corporation, globally headquartered in Japan. Bridgestone and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand products and solutions to address the needs of a broad range of customers and industries.

About the Role

We are looking for a motivated Functional Analyst, preferably with a background in the manufacturing sector and specific expertise in production planning and scheduling.

Job Purpose

As a Functional Analyst, you will participate in the implementation of the APS (Advanced Planning & Scheduling) commercial solution (Quintiq Scheduler from Dassault Systems) across Bridgestone EMEA manufacturing plants. You will join the EMEA IT Manufacturing team, which is responsible for implementing the Smart Factory program across EMEA plants. The EMEA Smart Factory program aims to enhance manufacturing plant performance through digitalization.

Responsibilities

• Gather and analyze business requirements from multiple European plants.
• Translate operational needs into clear and prioritized user stories and functional specifications.
• Define and maintain the product backlog, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Collaborate with the development team, supporting the Agile delivery cycle.
• Monitor and evaluate the impact of newly released features.
• Act as the go‑to contact for internal stakeholders, ensuring ongoing communication and alignment.
• Improve APS usability, stability, and integration (supporting current Product Owners).
• Define and roll out standardized APS processes across facilities (supporting current Product Owners).
• Strengthen documentation, training, and knowledge sharing (supporting current Product Owners).
• Balance plant‑specific customization with a standard core and drive continuous improvement based on feedback and performance (supporting current Product Owners).

Qualifications & Experience Required

Education, Master, other certification

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Economics/Business.
• Lean certification or Six Sigma certification is a plus.
• Agile (SCRUM, PO) certification is a plus.

Experience (years)

• 3+ years of experience in the Manufacturing domain implementing APS solutions.
• Proven experience as Functional Analyst or in similar roles (Business Analyst, IT/OT Project Manager).
• Experience working in cross‑functional teams for multi‑site implementations.
• Previous professional experience in a tire manufacturing company.
• Technical/functional experience of Dassault Systems (Quintiq) is considered a strong asset.

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and direct experience with production scheduling systems or planning tools (APS, MES, ERP).
• Strong familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies.

Languages Skills

• English proficiency at C1 level (oral and written).
• Knowledge of other European languages (Polish, Spanish, Italian) is a plus.

Soft/Behavioral Skills

• Strong values in line with Bridgestone’s behavioral expectations (BS Essence, Agility, Courage, Ownership).
• Good leadership and communication skills to lead small teams, drive project execution, and enable timely decision making.
• Proven success in contributing to a team‑oriented, multicultural environment.
• Strong analytical skills, quick learner, and results driven.
• Proven ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem‑solving environment.
• Ability to meet deadlines; self‑motivated and shows initiative.
• Able to work both autonomously and as a strong team player.

What We Offer

At Bridgestone, what really matter is to foster co‑creation opportunities and empowering you to be creative and curious to make mobility safer, more efficient, and more sustainable for future generations. Whatever role you fill, when you represent Bridgestone, you are a valued teammate, and part of our larger mission to “Serve Society with Superior Quality”, for that, we offer you more than just a competitive payment; we will provide you:

• A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team.
• The opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship.
• Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
• A truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment.
• Agility and work/life effectiveness and your long‑term well‑being.
• A diverse and inclusive team.

We are committed to create an even more inclusive culture that advances equity, embraces individuality, and helps our increasingly diverse teammates, customers, and communities thrive, by providing equal opportunities in employment. This means that all job applicants and members of staff will receive equal treatment and that we will not discriminate on grounds of gender, marital status, race, ethnicity, color, nationality, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, religion or age.