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Senior Production Planner

Description

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We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Production Planner to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in production planning, supply chain management, and inventory control. As a Senior Production Planner, you will be responsible for developing and implementing production schedules, coordinating with various departments to ensure timely delivery of products, and optimizing production processes to improve efficiency and reduce costs. You will also be tasked with analyzing production data, identifying bottlenecks, and implementing solutions to enhance productivity. The role requires excellent organizational and communication skills, as well as the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. You will be expected to lead a team of production planners, providing guidance and support to ensure that all production targets are met. Additionally, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate records of production activities, preparing reports for management, and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and standards. If you are a proactive, detail-oriented professional with a passion for production planning and a proven track record of success, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

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  • Develop and implement production schedules.
  • Coordinate with various departments to ensure timely delivery of products.
  • Optimize production processes to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
  • Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks and implement solutions.
  • Lead a team of production planners, providing guidance and support.
  • Maintain accurate records of production activities.
  • Prepare reports for management.
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.
  • Monitor inventory levels and manage supply chain activities.
  • Collaborate with procurement to ensure the availability of raw materials.
  • Conduct regular production meetings to review progress and address issues.
  • Implement and maintain production planning software and tools.
  • Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for production.
  • Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in production processes.
  • Manage production budgets and control costs.
  • Ensure that production targets are met within the specified time frame.
  • Coordinate with quality control to ensure product quality standards are met.
  • Provide training and development opportunities for production planning staff.
  • Resolve production-related issues in a timely and effective manner.
  • Stay updated with industry trends and best practices in production planning.

Requirements

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  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in production planning or a similar role.
  • Strong knowledge of production planning and inventory control processes.
  • Proficiency in production planning software and tools.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proven leadership and team management skills.
  • Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong understanding of supply chain management principles.
  • Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Knowledge of relevant regulations and standards in the manufacturing industry.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
  • Ability to analyze and interpret production data.
  • Strong project management skills.
  • Experience in budget management and cost control.
  • Ability to develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs).
  • Willingness to stay updated with industry trends and best practices.

Potential interview questions

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  • Can you describe your experience with production planning and inventory control?
  • How do you handle tight deadlines and pressure in a production environment?
  • Can you provide an example of a time when you identified and resolved a production bottleneck?
  • How do you ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards in production?
  • What production planning software and tools are you proficient in?
  • How do you manage and lead a team of production planners?
  • Can you describe a successful project where you optimized production processes?
  • How do you collaborate with other departments to ensure timely delivery of products?
  • What strategies do you use to monitor and control production costs?
  • How do you stay updated with industry trends and best practices in production planning?