ph3About the Role: /h3pThe Plant Operating Planning Manager is responsible for leading plant operating planning activities across manufacturing operations, ensuring the effective translation of demand requirements into optimized production plans and schedules. The role oversees production planning, scheduling, and material management processes to support service, inventory, cost, and operational performance objectives. Acting as a key interface between manufacturing, supply chain, and central planning functions, the Plant Operating Planning Manager ensures the efficient utilization of production capacity, materials, and workforce resources while maintaining alignment with business priorities. The position plays a critical role in driving planning excellence, mitigating operational risks, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the plant environment. /ph3Main Responsibilities: /h3ulliDevelop and manage production plans across assigned planning horizons, ensuring optimal allocation of production volumes by SKU, line, and week /liliMonitor inventory levels and provide visibility on stock projections and potential supply risks /liliCollaborate with regional and local planning teams to align production plans with business demand and capacity constraints /liliCreate and maintain detailed production schedules by SKU, line, day, and shift /liliEnsure the execution of agreed production schedules while balancing service, efficiency, and cost objectives /liliOptimize the utilization of manufacturing assets, including production lines, machinery, materials,



and workforce resources /liliSupport workforce planning and shift pattern management to meet operational requirements /liliCoordinate production scheduling activities with external co-manufacturing and co-packing partners where applicable /liliEnsure the availability of raw materials, packaging materials, semi-finished goods, and other production inputs required to support manufacturing plans /liliManage material call-offs and coordinate closely with suppliers and procurement teams /liliMonitor inventory levels and proactively address material shortages or excess stock situations /liliDrive actions to reduce material obsolescence in line with company guidelines and inventory management targets /liliServe as the key planning representative for the plant and the main point of contact with central planning teams /liliLead planning performance reviews and provide regular updates on planning activities, risks, and opportunities /liliConduct root cause analyses on planning and supply issues, identifying and implementing corrective actions /liliMonitor and report key planning KPIs, ensuring continuous improvement of planning processes and performance /liliEscalate critical issues that may impact production schedule fulfilment and propose mitigation plans /li /ulh3About You: /h3ulliUniversity degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related discipline /liliRelevant experience in production planning, supply planning, operations planning, manufacturing,



or supply chain management /liliExperience working within a manufacturing environment, preferably in FMCG, food, consumer goods, or related industries /liliProven experience in production scheduling, inventory management, and materials planning /liliStrong understanding of manufacturing planning processes and supply chain operations /liliExcellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities, strong cross-functional collaboration skills /liliStrong communication skills with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at different organizational levels /liliAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment /liliProficiency in ERP and planning systems (e.g., SAP APO, SAP IBP, SAP ECC, or similar tools) /liliAdvanced Microsoft Excel skills /li /ulh3What We Offer: /h3pCareers with caring built in - discover our benefits here. /ph3About Ferrero: /h3pFerrero began its journey in the small town of Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946. Today, it is one of the world’s largest sweet-packaged food companies, with many iconic brands sold in countries all over the world. Find out more about Ferrero at ferrero.com. /ppDEI at Ferrero: Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding. Find out more here. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Plant Operating Planning Manager (Alba)
🏢 Ferrero
📍 Alba