Production Planning Associate Analyst

Overview:

In this role as a Production Planning Associate Analyst, you will own the end-to-end finished goods supply plan for assigned manufacturing sites, ensuring product availability and stable service to the markets.

You will translate mid- and short-term capacity inputs into a clear, actionable production plan within a 0–16 week horizon. Additionally, you will play a key role in inventory management, network alignment, and monthly Supply Planning cycles (S&OP), working closely with cross-functional teams across the region.

If you enjoy connecting data, solving planning challenges, and collaborating across teams, this role is for you.

Responsibilities:

What You Will Do

Supply & Long-Term Planning Support

• Build and maintain weekly and daily production plans within a 0–16 week horizon.

• Translate rough-cut capacity plans into constrained, executable production schedules.

• Support the development of optimized cross-site supply plans aligned with service and inventory targets.

• Review detailed line scheduling plans to ensure feasibility and execution readiness.

Network & Inventory Management

• Monitor inventory levels and manage risks such as shortages, overstocks, and waste.

• Develop inventory and waste projections in collaboration with market teams.

• Track key service metrics and identify performance gaps (“worst performers”).

• Analyze root causes and support action plans to improve service and reduce variability.

S&OP / Supply Management Review (SMR)

• Support the preparation of Supply Planning inputs for monthly S&OP cycles.

• Ensure data readiness and accuracy across planning systems (e.g., production rates, forecasts).

• Perform cycle-over-cycle analysis to identify key changes and risks.

• Prepare planning scenarios, insights, and materials for SMR discussions.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Act as a key link between Market teams and GBS.

• Collaborate with production, logistics, procurement, and planning teams to resolve constraints.

• Communicate supply plan updates, risks, and changes clearly to stakeholders.

Qualifications:

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.
• Fluent in English - collaborative, open communicator, and comfortable working with teams from different cultures.
• 2–3 years of experience in Production Planning, Supply Planning, Materials Planning, or a similar role.
• Proficiency in Excel (intermediate level - formulas, analysis, pivot tables).
• ERP System Knowledge (SAP, Oracle, IBP or related)
• Understanding of planning fundamentals such as capacity planning, inventory management, materials or related.
• Able to stay organized, adapt to changes, and manage competing priorities.

Why this role?

You’ll be part of a diverse, regional planning team, contributing directly to product availability across EMEA. This role offers exposure to cross-market operations, opportunities to learn from experienced planners, and the chance to grow into more advanced planning or network roles.