Lean Production Control Lead - S&OP & TPS

SRAM, LLC; Coimbra; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SRAM LLC in Coimbra, Portugal is seeking a Production Control Manager to lead a leveled, pull-based framework within the S&OP organization. You will translate demand into takt-driven strategies and manage daily routines, driving lean improvements and capacity decisions without owning scheduling.

You will guide a team of supply planners, applying TPS and Lean methods to improve lead times, OTIF delivery, and inventory efficiency while collaborating with Sales, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in production control, operations planning, or lean manufacturing.
• Strong ERP/MRP and advanced Excel skills.
• Fluency in English; Portuguese and/or Dutch are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Translate customer demand into takt-aligned production strategies and capacity frameworks, collaborating cross-functionally with Sales, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing to resolve constraints and optimize performance.
• Develop and lead daily management routines and visual performance systems, driving structured problem-solving using A3, PDCA, and root-cause analysis; lead supply planners and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Problem Solving

Cross-functional Leadership

ERP/MRP

Microsoft Excel

Communication

Coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in Operations or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

SRAM LLC in Coimbra, Portugal is seeking a Production Control Manager to lead a leveled, pull-based framework within the S&OP organization. You will translate demand into takt-driven strategies and manage daily routines, driving lean improvements and capacity decisions without owning scheduling.

You will guide a team of supply planners, applying TPS and Lean methods to improve lead times, OTIF delivery, and inventory efficiency while collaborating with Sales, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing.