Factory Planner

<p>Responsibilities<br /> A day in the life of a Factory Planner:</p> <p>Creating feasible production plans within the Detailed Production Scheduling (DPS) period that meet the market demand, taking into consideration available capacity, labor, materials, inventory policy and product family sequencing; thereby optimizing the factory’s ability to produce the SKUs within the families.<br /> Providing advance information on labor and resource requirements within the DPS period.<br /> Providing daily production and material status updates for management decision.<br /> Identification of possible opportunities and practical issues (plant shutdowns, timing of promotion activity, etcetera) within the DPS period.<br /> Requirements<br /> What Will Make You Successful?</p> <p>Bachelor’s Degree or its equivalent, preferably in a Mathematical or Statistically related course of study.<br /> Minimum of 2 years relevant hands-on experience in at least one of the following Supply Chain functions – Demand and Supply Planning, Detailed Production Scheduling system, Distribution Requirement Planning, Raw & Packaging Material Requirement Planning, etcetera.<br /> Excellent analytical and numerical aptitude.<br /> Basic understanding of LEAN principles, Just-In-Time manufacturing, Kaizen and Supply Chain KPIs.<br /> Adaptability, Quick learner and Innovation.<br /> Eye for Detail, Multi-tasking ability and Service Orientation.<br /> Excellent proficiency level in the use of Microsoft Office tools. Working knowledge of Power BI and SAP is added advantage.<br /> We Offer</p> <p>Interesting and challenging work in an international company – a branch of worldwide and well recognized FMCG concern<br /> Atmosphere full of respect, professionalism and excitement<br /> Possibility of development & career advancement<br /> Possibility to work in a dynamic team of professionals and leaders<br /> Possibility to work with challenging projects and responsible tasks</p>