Production Planning & Logistics Specialist

Levare VSD Pompa Sistemleri A.Ş.

We are looking for a Production Planning & Logistics Specialist who will be providing support to our growing organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

-Bachelor's degree in engineering, operations management, logistics, supply chain management or a related field.

-Proven experience in production planning, scheduling, and inventory management in a manufacturing environment.

-Strong knowledge of production planning principles, techniques, and best practices.

-Proficiency in using production planning software or ERP systems.

-Strong knowledge of logistics and supply chain management principles, including transportation, warehousing, and distribution.

-Strong knowledge of MRP, Supply Planning, and S&OP processes.

-Knowledge of import/export operations, customs regulations, and international transportation management.

-Experience in logistics coordination and customs clearance processes.

-Strong analytical skills with experience in demand planning, inventory optimization, and supply chain performance analysis and risk management.

Important note: Interviews will be conducted in English.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Production Planning and Scheduling

-Develop and implement production plans and schedules based on customer demand, sales orders, sales forecasts, and available resources.

-Analyze production capacity, lead times, and constraints to optimize production efficiency and meet customer delivery requirements.

-Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align production plans with overall business objectives.

-Monitor production progress and make real-time adjustments to schedules as needed, considering factors such as equipment availability, material availability, and workforce capacity.

-Anticipate and proactively address any potential production bottlenecks or issues to minimize disruptions and delays.

2. Material Planning and Inventory Management

-Work closely with procurement and inventory control teams to ensure timely availability of raw materials, components, and sub-assemblies for production.

-Maintain accurate inventory records, monitor stock levels, and initiate purchase orders or production orders to replenish materials as needed.

-Collaborate with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery of materials and resolve any supply chain issues.

-Implement inventory optimization strategies, such as safety stock levels and economic order quantities to minimize inventory holding costs while ensuring uninterrupted production.

-Review and analyze MRP outputs, including planned orders and forecasts.

-Monitor and maintain planning parameters such as safety stock, lead times, reorder points, and min-max stock levels.

-Analyze forecast changes and update material plans accordingly.

-Manage obsolete, slow-moving, and excess inventory to improve inventory turnover and reduce carrying costs.

3. Capacity Planning and Resource Allocation

-Analyze production capacity and constraints to determine optimal utilization of resources, including machinery, equipment, labor, and skills.

-Coordinate with production supervisors and department managers to allocate resources effectively, ensuring balanced workloads and meeting production targets.

-Create work orders.

-Monitor and track production performance metrics, such as throughput, efficiency, and utilization to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.

4. Continuous Improvement and Process Optimization

-Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiency enhancements within the production planning function.

-Develop and implement standardized procedures, tools, and systems to streamline production planning processes.

-Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives, such as lean manufacturing projects, to optimize production workflows and reduce waste.

5. Documentation and Reporting

-Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation related to production planning, including production schedules, work orders, bill of materials, and other relevant records.

-Generate regular reports on production performance, capacity utilization, material availability, and other key metrics for management review.

-Provide insights and recommendations based on data analysis to support decision-making and drive operational excellence.

6. Inventory and Warehouse Management

-Collaborate with the warehouse team to ensure accurate inventory levels and efficient warehouse operations.

-Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams to manage inbound and outbound shipments, including scheduling, documentation, and customs clearance.

-Implement inventory control measures to minimize stockouts, excess inventory, and obsolescence.

-Conduct regular inventory audits and cycle counts to maintain inventory accuracy.

-Coordinate import and export operations, including customs clearance and related documentation.

-Collaborate with freight forwarders, customs brokers, carriers, and third-party logistics providers.

-Ensure compliance with local and international trade regulations and customs requirements.

-Track and analyze logistics KPIs including transportation cost, freight performance, and customs lead times.

7. Order Fulfillment and Customer Service

-Process and manage customer orders, ensuring accurate and timely order fulfillment.

-Coordinate with sales, production, and customer service teams to address customer inquiries, order changes, and delivery updates.

-Monitor order status and track shipments to ensure on-time delivery and resolve any issues or delays.

-Maintain accurate records of customer orders, shipments, and delivery documentation.

-Collaborate with the customer service team to provide excellent customer service and resolve any logistics-related customer complaints.

8. Supply Chain Collaboration

-Collaborate with internal teams, including procurement, production, and sales, to ensure alignment on inventory planning, production schedules, and customer demands.

-Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, carriers and other logistics service providers.

-Participate in supplier performance reviews and identify opportunities for improvement.

-Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement supply chain improvements and cost-saving initiatives.

-Stay updated on industry trends, regulations, and best practices in supply chain management.

-S&OP activities by balancing demand, inventory, production capacity, and supply plans.

-Participate in supply chain risk assessments and develop contingency plans for material shortages and supply disruptions.

-Identify and implement supply chain optimization and cost reduction initiatives across procurement, inventory, warehousing, and logistics activities.