Senior Planning Engineer

confidential; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications manufacturer is seeking a Senior Planning Engineer to drive project management excellence in Saudi Arabia. This pivotal role involves strategic planning of manufacturing processes, ensuring efficiency and quality. You will lead manufacturing plans, collaborate with departments, and enhance operational performance through data analysis. The ideal candidate has expertise in Fiber Optics Cables, Lean methodologies, and strong leadership skills, fostering a culture of continuous improvement across teams.

Qualifications

• Proficient in manufacturing planning particularly in Fiber Optics Cables and ODN materials.
• Ability to optimize production processes and enhance operational efficiency.
• Strong analytical skills for interpreting complex data.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive manufacturing plans and schedules.
• Coordinate with departments to gather project requirements.
• Monitor orders progress and performance metrics.
• Analyze production data to improve productivity.
• Prepare and present project status reports to stakeholders.
• Lead follow-up meetings and workshops.
• Utilize data analytics for assessing project performance.
• Mentor junior team members.
• Implement best practices in project management.
• Support development of project budgets and forecasts.

Skills

Manufacturing planning proficiency in Fiber Optics Cables and ODN materials

Streamlining production processes

Strong analytical skills

Leadership abilities

Knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies

Effective communication skills

Experience in PMOs

Understanding of quality assurance processes

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled PMO/Senior Planning Engineer to join our dynamic team in the Telecommunications manufacturing sector. This role is pivotal in driving project management excellence within our organization, ensuring that we meet our strategic objectives efficiently and effectively.

As a Senior Planning Engineer, you will have the opportunity to lead critical projects, influence decision-making, and contribute to the overall success of our manufacturing operations in our plant in Sudair Region.

You will be responsible for the end-to-end strategic and operational planning of production cycles. Ensuring that manufacturing processes are optimized, resources are allocated efficiently, and delivery schedules meet customer demand without compromising quality or safety.

You will be responsible for developing comprehensive planning strategies that align with our organizational goals.

Responsibilities

1. Develop comprehensive manufacturing plans and schedules, and maintain detailed BOM, schedules using advanced planning tools, ensuring alignment with project milestones and deliverables to achieve timely completion.
2. Coordinate with various departments to gather project requirements and expectations, facilitating effective communication and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.
3. Monitor Orders progress and performance metrics, identifying potential risks and implementing proactive measures to mitigate delays and ensure project success.
4. Analyze production data and performance metrics to identify areas for improvement, implementing corrective actions that enhance productivity and reduce waste in the manufacturing process.
5. Prepare and present project status reports to stakeholders, providing insights into progress, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.
6. Lead follow-up meetings and workshops, fostering a collaborative environment where team members can share ideas and solutions to enhance project outcomes.
7. Utilize data analytics to assess project performance, making informed decisions that drive efficiency and optimize resource allocation.
8. Mentor junior team members, sharing your knowledge and expertise to cultivate a culture of learning and professional growth.
9. Implement best practices in project management methodologies, ensuring compliance with industry standards and organizational policies.
10. Support the development of project budgets and forecasts, ensuring financial accountability and alignment with strategic objectives.

Skills

• Proficiency in manufacturing planning specially in Fiber Optics Cables and ODN materials.
• Ability to support streamlining production processes and enhancing operational efficiency.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret complex data and make informed decisions that drive manufacturing improvements.
• leadership abilities to guide teams and foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to optimize workflows and eliminate waste in manufacturing operations.
• Effective communication skills to liaise with cross-functional teams and present findings to stakeholders clearly.
• Experience in PMOs to oversee manufacturing initiatives from conception through execution, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with strategic goals.
• Understanding of quality assurance processes to maintain compliance with industry standards and enhance product quality.