Job Description

We are looking for a Materials and Manufacturing Planning Specialist in Nové Mesto nad Váhom! Great opportunity for senior production planner who is ready for the next career step.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and maintain master production schedules across all LOBs aligned with business objectives based on demand forecasts, production capacity, inventory levels, and customer requirements.
• Analyze forecast data and collaborate with sales, operations, and supply chain to balance demand and supply.
• Monitor and adjust schedules to accommodate changes in customer demand, manufacturing capacity, material availability.
• Identify potential scheduling conflicts or constraints and proactively develop contingency plans to minimize disruption to operations.
• Ensure schedule feasibility and drive plan stability with minimal rescheduling.
• Maintain accurate scheduling data within the ERP/MRP system; generate reports and KPIs related to schedule adherence, capacity utilization, and production performance.
• Identify and implement improvements in scheduling processes, tools, and procedures to enhance efficiency and responsiveness.
• Collaborate with sales, program management and customer service teams to ensure accurate delivery dates
• Own and manage production lead times to ensure accurate planning and timely delivery. Continuously review and optimize lead times in coordination with production, procurement, and logistics teams.
• Serve as an engaged contributor to the SIOP process by providing accurate production schedules, capacity constraints, lead time updates, and inventory data to support informed decision-making and alignment across functions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Operations, or related field
• 3–6+ years experience in production planning, scheduling, or supply chain within manufacturing
• Strong ERP / MRP / APS knowledge
• Analytical skills with ability to interpret operational data
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and capacity drivers

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