Production Planner Specialist
Pubblicato il 28-09-2026 - Ahlstrom in Torino
Production Planning Specialist
The Production Planning Specialist is responsible for planning, coordinating and managing production schedules to meet customer delivery requirements while ensuring the most effective utilization of the company's production capacity. The role also involves inventory management, production monitoring and cross-functional collaboration to support operational excellence and customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare, maintain and optimize the master production schedule, considering capacity constraints, demand forecasts, inventory levels and historical trends to achieve targeted lead times and service levels.
Review and validate sales orders against forecasted demand and the approved production plan.
Coordinate closely with the Customer Service team to provide accurate production status updates and proactively communicate potential delays or issues.
Develop and manage production schedules to ensure on-time delivery of customer orders while maximizing manufacturing efficiency.
Manages inventory levels,
schedules and availability of selected item, either manufactured or purchased, to meet production schedules
Release Manufacturing Orders and monitor their progress throughout the entire production process to ensure compliance with delivery dates and quantities.
Collaborate with Production, Purchasing, Logistics and other relevant departments to address material shortages, scheduling conflicts and planning issues.
Ensure timely, accurate and effective communication with all stakeholders regarding any factors impacting delivery commitments, product quality or customer satisfaction.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing planning accuracy, inventory management and overall supply chain performance.
Required Experience & Competencies
High School Diploma or University Degree, preferably in Economics, Business Administration, Engineering or a related field.
1 to 3 years of experience in production planning