Production Planning Manager
The production planning manager is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the production planning and control processes within the manufacturing facility. This role involves ensuring optimal production schedules, validating inventory levels, facilitating efficient workflow to meet production targets and customer demands through efficient warehouse processes and effective cycle count strategy.
Oversee and mentor the Production Planning Group to ensure a high level of proficiency and development.
Lead the team to identify and manage bottlenecks and capacity issues with the Production Management team, coordinate internally and externally the resolution of the issues.
Pursue the development of scheduling tools to increase the level of automation and reduce the manual nature of the Scheduling function.
Provide guidance and expertise to develop plant team knowledge relative to plant schedule optimization.
Develop and implement production schedules based on demand forecasts and inventory levels.
Collaborate with FG Planning, RM Planning and Operations to align production plans to business objectives and limitations.
Monitor operations execution to ensure finished goods inventory for its availability while minimizing excess stock.
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce production costs.
Analyze production KPIs and performance to recommend changes.
Ensure material flow in and out of facility and warehouse.
Inventory accuracy and cycle counts.
Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Logistics, Operations Management, or a related field. Previous Experience
5 to 8 years in production planning and control in manufacturing environments. Proven experience leading teams. Experience in the automotive industry or high-volume manufacturing is desirable. Languages
Advanced English (essential).
Other
JIT / JIS and automotive supply models
MRP / ERP systems (SAP highly preferred)
Management of customer releases, forecasts, and EDI
Inventory control in high-variability environments
Advanced Excel and data analysis skills (Power BI preferred)
Certifications/Accreditations
MMOG/LE knowledge and customer audit experience (required)
IATF 16949 Core Tools (required)
APICS CPIM (preferred)
Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma Green Belt (desired)
•Attractive compensation package
•Flexible Options (schedule)
•Recognition awards, company events, family events, university discount options and many more perks.
•Gender Pay Equality
Autoliv is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Autoliv does not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identify and/or expression, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Autoliv does business.
Autoliv, Inc. is the worldwide leader in automotive safety systems. We develop, manufacture and market protective systems, such as airbags, seatbelts, steering wheels and pedestrian protection systems for all major automotive manufacturers in the world. Our products save 37,000 lives and prevent 450,000 injuries each year.
Our ~65,000 employees in 25 countries are passionate about our vision of Saving More Lives and quality is at the heart of everything we do. We have 13 technical centers, with 20 test tracks.
In the world of automotive occupant safety, we were the first to introduce the two- and three-point seat belt system and airbags for front and side impacts. We were also the first to launch pyrotechnic belt pretensioners and pedestrian protection systems.
Autoliv, Inc. is a publicly traded Delaware U.S. corporation with its headquarters in Stockholm, Sweden. The shares are listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: ALV) and the Swedish Depository Receipts on Nasdaq Stockholm (ALIV sdb). For more information go to www.autoliv.com.
