PRODUCTION PLANNER, 6 months fixed term contract
Knauf stands for opportunity. We know that opportunity looks different to each person and we are proud that we see opportunity in everyone. This exciting role within the Supply Chain team could be the perfect next opportunity for you to build a unique career, in a values-led culture with a clear purpose of making tomorrow a home for all of us.
We are a global manufacturer of construction materials and within our Group, our 42,000 team members in 90 countries across 300 sites provide a huge opportunity for anyone with ambition and energy. We value everyone's contribution equally and we ask that you bring your whole self to work, to enrich the business further, as together we achieve more in a safe and inclusive environment.
Knauf Insulation Serbia is proud to be part of the Knauf Group. We have a huge plan for the future. Our global reach continues to grow and we are looking for passionate, ambitious people to help us achieve our goals. We are all led by the same core values and believe in the powerful potential of large companies to have a positive impact on the world. We are now looking for another team member to join us in Supply Chain team as Production Planner.
Can you say ‘yes’?...
- Do you treat your colleagues with respect?
- Do you always have the customer in mind?
- Do you act with future generations in mind?
- Do you have a proven track record of delivering results?
- Do you like to seek out opportunities to grow and develop?
Production Planner is responsible for creation of operational production plans based on which processing, cancellation and issuance of production orders is carried out. Planner is also responsible for adjusting production planning to given conditions and coordinating activities with other departments.
What you’ll be doing:
- Preparing operational production plans for the production line.
- Segmenting the operational production plans according to production characteristics, in line with the requirements of the Sales and Production departments.
- Preparing, processing, canceling, and issuing work (production) orders based on the product's technical and technological specifications, in accordance with the developed operational production plan.
- Adjusting production planning to given conditions and coordinating activities with other departments.
- Monitoring and harmonizing product technological data with the Technology and Quality departments.
- Continuously tracking production orders throughout the entire production process.
- Analyzing historical data, current situation, and other parameters, evaluating, and providing suggestions for the required quantity of raw materials for production, packaging, and labeling. Delivering this information to the Procurement, which ensures the required quantities to meet the operational production plan.
- Monitoring the execution of production orders on the production line, identifying deviations from the plan, and providing feedback to all relevant stakeholders.
- Aligning the production plan with warehouse requirements.
What we’d love for you to have:
- Degree in transportation, technological or organizational orientation
- English - intermediate level
- MS Office – advanced level
- Advanced communication skills
- Excellent organizational and planning skills, independence and initiative
- Accuracy in performing tasks
We are interested in you as a person - your attitude, behaviors and values. If you have the willingness to learn anything you need for the role that you don't already have, we'd love to speak to you.
If you have experience in the following areas – this is an added advantage:
- Knowledge of the production process and products
- Previous experience in the activities listed above (1-2 years)
- SAP – basic knowledge
We offer international experience and professional development, with competitive earnings and benefits and hybrid working regime after probation period.
Applications can be submitted until June 15, 2025.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- Department
- Supply Chain
- Locations
- Surdulica plant (Belo polje)
- Remote status
- Hybrid
Surdulica plant (Belo polje)
Workplace & Culture
Knauf employees play a large part in the success of the company. Their performance, competence and motivation are based on the implementation of the Knauf values of entrepreneurial spirit, dedication, partnership and humanity in the course of their daily work. Individual performances make a contribution to our joint success as a team. This is the basis for further growth of the Knauf Group.
About Knauf Insulation Eastern Europe
Knauf Insulation is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of insulation products and solutions. With more than 40 years of experience in the industry, we represent one of the fastest growing and most respected names in insulation worldwide.
PRODUCTION PLANNER, 6 months fixed term contract
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