Production Planning Engineer

Baymak / BDR Thermea Group; Tuzla; Hybrid; TRY 1,280,000 - 1,922,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HVAC manufacturer is seeking a Production Planning Engineer in Tuzla, Turkey. This role involves analyzing sales data and creating demand forecasts, while coordinating with various departments to ensure the efficient operation of production lines. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, experience in production planning, and proficiency in SAP. We offer remote work flexibility and a supportive work environment focused on personal and professional development.

Benefits

2 days remote work per week

Annual shopping vouchers

Extra day off on your birthday

Comprehensive health insurance

Support packages for life events

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in production/material planning and inventory control within manufacturing companies.
• Good command of English.

Responsibilities

• Analyze sales data and customer orders to create demand forecasts.
• Plan materials, workforce, and machine capacity in line with demand forecasts.
• Ensure efficient operation of production lines through workforce and shift planning.
• Prepare and monitor daily, weekly, and monthly production plans via ERP/MRP systems.

Skills

Strong analytical thinking

Planning and organizational skills

Team player with communication skills

Result-oriented

Quick problem-solving ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (preferably Industrial Engineering)

Tools

SAP MM and PP modules

MS Office and Excel

Job description

With over 50 years of experience in the HVAC industry, Baymak operates with two production facilities on a 60,000 m² area in Tuzla, Istanbul. 🏭

As one of Turkey’s leading manufacturers, Baymak holds a strong position nationwide with approximately 500 dealers and more than 2,100 sales points. Since 2013, Baymak has been a 100% subsidiary of BDR Thermea Group, a Netherlands-based global leader and one of Europe’s top three HVAC companies.

Together with BDR Thermea, we combine our global experience with our regional strength in line with the group’s core values:

🤝 One Team | 🎯 Customer Focus | 🌱 Sustainable Future

We are looking for a Production Planning Engineer with strong communication skills, strategic thinking, and creative ideas that make a difference to join our growing team.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze sales data and customer orders to create demand forecasts,
• Plan materials, workforce, and machine capacity in line with demand forecasts,
• Identifying potential capacity constraints in advance through capacity planning activities and taking preventive actions,
• Ensure efficient operation of production lines through workforce and shift planning,
• Prepare and monitor daily, weekly, and monthly production plans via ERP/MRP systems,
• Continuously track and update demand–inventory–production balance,
• Prepare and update assembly line production schedules on a shift basis and publish them daily,
• Compare actual production with planned production, preparing performance and deviation reports,
• Plan and monitor alternative bill of materials (BOM) and material usage scenarios,
• Participate in improvement and optimization projects to increase process efficiency,
• Work in coordination with material planning, procurement, logistics, quality, and production departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (preferably Industrial Engineering),
• Minimum 3 years of experience in production/material planning and inventory control within manufacturing companies,
• Proficient in SAP MM and PP modules, advanced knowledge of MS Office and Excel,
• Good command of English,
• Strong analytical thinking, planning, and organizational skills,
• Result-oriented, quick problem-solving ability,
• Team player with strong communication skills,
• Residing or able to reside in Istanbul Asian Side, Gebze, or surrounding areas.

Benefits

At Baymak, we believe that work should enrich not only your calendar but also your life. Here are the advantages we provide to support your work-life balance:

• 2 days of remote work per week to support work-life balance,
• Annual shopping vouchers and monthly snack & beverage allowances,
• An extra day off on your birthday, because your special days matter to us,
• Comprehensive mixed health insurance for you,
• Support packages for child, education, birth, marriage, and bereavement.

What’s Life Like at Baymak?

• A supportive work environment where you can freely share your ideas,
• A company culture that values unity and collaboration with the #OneTeam mindset,
• A sustainable work environment that invests in your personal and professional development.