Strategic Contract Manufacturing Planner

Nestlé S.A.; Karacabey; On-site; TRY 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exclusive employee discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Sport benefit program

Paid birthday leave

4 weeks paternity leave

Job summary

Nestlé in Bursa/Karacabey, Turkey is seeking a Contract Manufacturing Planner to join our Technical & Production team. You will develop and manage production plans, coordinate material supply, and drive continuous improvement across the supply chain.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years in production planning and hands-on SAP/MRP experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work in a dynamic, cross-functional environment. Permanent, on-site role with Nestlé positions in Karacabey.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a related field.
• 2–3 years of experience in production planning, supply planning, or materials planning.
• Hands-on experience with SAP planning modules and MRP processes.
• Strong analytical skills and advanced proficiency in MS Excel.
• Knowledge of supply chain, manufacturing and inventory management processes.
• Understanding of planning KPIs and performance management.
• Strong problem-solving, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Basic financial awareness and understanding of cost drivers in supply chain operations.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage production plans aligning with capacity and business needs.
• Run MRP processes and maintain optimal inventory levels for packaging and semi-finished products.
• Coordinate material supply to ensure right materials at the right time and quantity.
• Build relationships with suppliers and resolve supply/delivery issues.
• Forecast material requirements and support contract preparation.
• Monitor KPIs like inventory accuracy and plan adherence.
• Report production performance of co-manufacturers and co-packers; identify improvements.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to boost efficiency and planning performance.
• Ensure material traceability and FIFO/FEFO compliance across production and warehouses.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain teams.

Skills

SAP planning modules

MRP processes

MS Excel

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree

Job description

Nestlé in Bursa/Karacabey, Turkey is seeking a Contract Manufacturing Planner to join our Technical & Production team. You will develop and manage production plans, coordinate material supply, and drive continuous improvement across the supply chain.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years in production planning and hands-on SAP/MRP experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work in a dynamic, cross-functional environment. Permanent, on-site role with Nestlé positions in Karacabey.