Production Planner 80 – 100% (f/m/d)

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Job ID 573858

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Location: Zurich, Zurich, SwitzerlandJob ID: R0081202Date Posted: 2025-03-12Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY LTDProfession (Job Category): Customer Service & Contact Center OperationsJob Schedule: Full timeRemote: NoJob Description:The OpportunityWe are currently setting up Sales and Operation Planning at the Altstetten site to be able to plan production and upstream processes efficiently and at an early stage. In addition, the positive working environment and our reliability are to be further promoted. You will play a key role in the implementation of the new planning processes and work closely with Production and all adjacent departments.As a Production Planner, you play a crucial role in ensuring efficient and timely production processes. You will be responsible for optimizing planning strategies, coordinating cross-functional teams, and proactively addressing challenges to maintain a smooth production flow.How you’ll make an impactSchedule and manage production orders based on capacity, material availability, and customer deadlines to ensure timely deliveryCollaborate with production teams to optimize resource allocation, balancing workloads and improving efficiencyAct as a key liaison between Sales, Engineering, Purchasing, and Production to streamline workflows and resolve potential bottlenecksTrack production schedules, identify risks early, and implement corrective measures to prevent delaysContinuously improve planning processes and contribute to lean manufacturing initiativesUtilize SAP (PP, MM, SD; QM is a plus) and MS Office tools to maintain accurate planning data, track key performance indicators, and generate reportsProactively manage unexpected delays, material shortages, or technical challenges to ensure production continuityYour backgroundTechnical education with further training in logistics or production planning (e.g., Process/Operations Specialist or Technician HF) is a plusAt least 5 years of experience in production planning, ideally in a manufacturing or industrial settingAbility to assess complex situations, analyze data, and make sound decisions under pressureStrong initiative and ability to work independently while being a team playerExcellent ability to coordinate and collaborate with different departmentsHands-on experience with SAP (PP, MM, SD; QM is a plus), SAP App-on DCP (G.I.B. is an advantage), and MS Office applicationsFluent in German and EnglishMore about usOur flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.