Production & Logistics Planning Engineer

Toyota Tsusho Europe; Turkey; On-site; TRY 2,993,000 - 3,741,000; Full time

Job summary

Toyota Tsusho Europe is seeking a Production & Logistics Planning Engineer to plan, coordinate, monitor and continuously improve production and logistics operations in a dynamic automotive environment.

The role focuses on optimizing line and transport planning, ensuring on-time deliveries, cross-functional collaboration, and adherence to quality and environmental standards. You will support Kaizen and digital transformation initiatives and report on performance metrics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Business Engineering, Logistics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, or related disciplines.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in production and logistics planning within the automotive industry.
• Strong analytical thinking, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of production planning, logistics, inventory management, and reporting processes.

Responsibilities

• Plan production lines and transport operations aligned with orders and shipment plans.
• Coordinate planning flow between Planning, Production, Warehouse, Quality, Purchasing, Sales and Logistics.
• Follow up customer orders, shipment requests requirements, and take necessary actions.
• Coordinate factory activities from a planning and control perspective to support defined targets.
• Monitor and analyse inventory levels and manage risks.
• Report extraordinary situations and operational risks to relevant managers and departments.
• Support ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 documentation and audits.
• Participate in continuous improvement, Kaizen, digital transformation, automation and efficiency projects.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Planning

Problem solving

Cross-functional teams

Inventory management

Reporting

Communication

Kaizen

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Business Engineering, Logistics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, or related disciplines

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

SAP (ERP)

AI tools

Digital technologies

Job description

• Turkey
• Manufacturing and Production planning
• Other

We are looking for a Production & Logistics Planning Engineer who will be responsible for planning, coordinating, monitoring, and continuously improving production and logistics operations to ensure efficient, high-quality, and on-time customer deliveries in a dynamic automotive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan production lines and truck/transport operations efficiently in line with customer orders and shipment plans, supporting high-quality and on-time (JIT) delivery.
• Ensure effective coordination and information flow between the Planning Department and Production, Warehouse, Quality, Purchasing, Sales and Logistics teams.
• Follow up customer orders, shipment requests requirements, and take the necessary actions.
• Coordinate factory activities from a planning and control perspective to support the achievement of defined targets.
• Monitor and analyse inventory levels in line with the company's stock policy, and support actions to manage inventory risks.
• Follow up fixed assets and operational equipment from a planning and control perspective.
• Compare planned and actual production, shipment and inventory figures, analyse deviations and prepare regular reports.
• Report extraordinary situations, abnormalities and operational risks to the relevant manager and departments in a timely manner.
• Ensure follow-up and maintenance of documentation related to ISO 9001 Quality Management System and ISO 14001 Environmental Management System, support record management activities, and actively participate in internal and external audits.
• Apply the STOP-CALL-WAIT approach when required and inform the relevant parties.
• Actively participate in continuous improvement, Kaizen, digital transformation, automation and efficiency projects.
• Work in compliance with company procedures, quality standards, environmental requirements, and occupational health and safety rules.
• Perform other duties assigned by the manager or the company in line with business needs, and adapt to changes in responsibilities when required by company operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Business Engineering, Logistics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, or related disciplines.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in production and logistics planning within the automotive industry.
• Strong analytical thinking, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of production planning, logistics, inventory management, and reporting processes.

Required Skills

• Good command of English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications (especially Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).
• Knowledge of ERP Systems (preferably SAP).
• Knowledge of AI Tools and Digital Technologies.
• Strong communication, coordination, and reporting skills.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies, including Kaizen and efficiency improvement projects.