Production Planner

We re looking for a Production Planner who can plan , control and optimize product stocks that are matching production needs to meet customers demands who are seeking to make the best alternative possible.

What are we looking for

• Ideally, you'll have experience in a similar position
• A bility to plan, work with numbers
• We want someone who is a confident PC user (SAP, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power Point)), production planning systems.
• You'll also need to hold College degree or Equivalent Level.
• Preferably Bachelors degree in engineering

What will be your key responsibilities

Strategic Production Planning Optimization

• Develop weekly, mid-term, and long-term production plans, ensuring alignment with demand forecasts, capacity constraints, and business objectives.
• Maximize production capacity utilization while balancing efficiency and flexibility.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements in scheduling, changeovers, and resource allocation to enhance productivity.
• Provide weekly production plans to the Inventory Controller, ensuring timely stock transfers to the RMB shopfloor.
• Efficiently utilize raw materials (especially kibbles and empty bags) while considering recipe features such as shape, density, and allergens.

Leadership Team Collaboration

• Establish and maintain a strong relationship with production teams, fostering alignment and problem-solving.
• Act as a key liaison between production, inventory, and supply planning teams to proactively resolve bottlenecks and ensure smooth operations.
• Attend and contribute to daily FMOS meetings and morning briefings, providing input on production progress and challenges.
• Shadow Supply Chain Manager and deliver Supply Chain Priorities

Advanced Data Analytics System Improvements

• Become an expert in ERP and planning tools (1NAV, RCLMS, E-Factory) and leverage data for better decision-making.
• Monitor and analyze stock situations at Central Warehouse and coordinate with Supply Planning to address any issues.
• Ensure Job Card closures with 100% compliance and zero stock variance, ensuring all planned production is successfully converted into finished goods.
• Lead system improvements and implement automation in reporting, KPI tracking, and production scheduling tools.

Continuous Improvement Process Standardization

• Drive lean manufacturing initiatives and Six Sigma methodologies to reduce waste and improve efficiencies.
• Be actively involved in Continuous Improvement (CI) projects related to production planning and inventory management.
• Standardize and document best practices for production scheduling, ensuring consistency across operations.
• Perform root cause analysis (RCA) for recurring production inefficiencies and implement corrective measures.
• Record non-conformities in WMS/Navision based on operational reports and ensure timely resolution.

Quality, Compliance Risk Management

• Ensure production plans align with Quality Food Safety (QFS) and Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) guidelines.
• Conduct weekly HSE/QFS Go See audits, identifying potential risks and ensuring compliance.
• Monitor product quality issues, damages, and material discrepancies, ensuring corrective actions are taken promptly.
• Stay updated on new product launches and terminations, adapting production plans accordingly.

Stakeholder Management Communication

• Align production planning with campaigns, promotions, and internal/external customer requirements.
• Strengthen collaboration with central supply planning and operations teams to optimize production efficiency.
• Provide regular reports and insights to leadership, highlighting trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Represent the production planning function in key business discussions and strategic decision-making forums.

What can you expect from Mars

• Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by The Five Principles.
• Join a purpose driven company, where we re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today .
• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars Universit y.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.