Production Planning Specialist

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Production Planning Specialist to support our Customer Racing production activities. This role involves coordinating production planning across vehicle programs, ensuring material availability, production readiness, and efficient manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and coordinate production activities for Customer Racing vehicle programs, including TCR i30, i20 programs, and future vehicle development projects.
• Create and manage production schedules based on inventory levels, resources, workforce capacity, and sales forecasts.
• Raise purchase requests and issue production orders through the ERP system (SAP).
• Monitor inventory levels to ensure material availability for vehicle assembly and manufacturing.
• Develop, maintain, and modify production Bills of Materials (BOMs) for vehicle production and maintenance.
• Coordinate with engineering, purchasing, stores, mechanics, and external suppliers to ensure production readiness and timely delivery.
• Conduct quality monitoring and follow-up activities for assemblies, completed vehicles, and individual components.
• Manage subcontracting and rework processes, ensuring quality, cost, and schedule requirements are met.
• Identify manufacturing bottlenecks and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and production performance.
• Support production process development related to assembly operations, tooling, facilities, and in-house manufacturing capabilities.
• Generate production-related reports and maintain accurate planning data within SAP and other business systems.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a comparable qualification.
• Experience in production planning, manufacturing, or supply chain operations.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP.
• Experience in automotive, motorsport, or manufacturing industries is advantageous.
• Knowledge of BOM management and production control processes.
• Fluent English language skills, both written and spoken.
• Strong organizational and coordination skills.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners.
• Analytical and solution-oriented mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer:

• A unique opportunity to contribute to world-class Customer Racing vehicle programs.
• Direct involvement in high-performance motorsport manufacturing projects.
• A dynamic and international working environment.
• Diverse projects and opportunities for professional growth.
• Secure and long-term employment relationship.
• Market and performance-related remuneration.
• Training and career development opportunities.
• 30 days vacation per calendar year.
• Free parking.
• Attractive benefits.
• Car leasing options.