Engineer, Planning

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

REC Group is an international pioneering solar energy company dedicated to empowering consumers with clean, affordable solar power through high-quality solar panels with a leading power density. As Solar's Most Trusted, REC is known for its patented innovations and multiple award-winning products with reliable long-term performance. The cornerstone for REC's strong reliability is advanced and highly efficient manufacturing using Industry 4.0 practices. Founded in 1996 in Norway, REC has always been committed to a low carbon footprint in its solar materials and panels. REC is headquartered in Norway with operational headquarters in Singapore and regional hubs in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. As of December 2021, REC is part of Reliance Industries Limited, India's largest private sector company with revenues of USD 104.6 billion.

Find out more at recgroup.com

RESPONSIBILITIES

We are looking for a highly motivated and energetic team player to be part of our global Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process. The candidate will be responsible for translating global customer demand into executable production plans, ensuring that materials, capacity, and manufacturing resources are aligned to achieve on-time delivery. As the key interface between Supply Chain and Operations, the candidate will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to balance customer requirements, production constraints, and operational priorities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop and maintain production plans to support global customer demand while optimizing manufacturing capacity and resource utilization.

Coordinate daily with Procurement, Material Planning, Logistics, Manufacturing, Equipment, Process Engineering, and Process Development teams to ensure production readiness.

Analyze demand forecasts, material availability, production capacity, and operational constraints to identify risks and recommend solutions.

Prepare and maintain production planning reports, dashboards, and analyses using Microsoft Excel.

Host weekly cross-functional planning meetings and communicate production requirements clearly to all stakeholders.

Monitor production performance and adjust plans in response to changes in customer demand, material supply, or manufacturing priorities.

Support scenario planning and production simulations to enable data-driven decision-making.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance planning accuracy, planning efficiency, and operational performance.

ESSENTIAL JOB COMPETENCIES:
Technical

Production planning and scheduling

Demand & Capacity Planning

ERP/MRP systems (in-house manufacturing execution system and SAP)

Supply chain and Inventory Management

Continuous improvement methodologies (Lean/Kaizen awareness)

Analytical & Problem Solving

Analytical thinking and data interpretation

Root cause analysis and structured problem solving

Scenario planning and decision-making

Risk identification and mitigation planning

Prioritization and resource optimization

Business Impact Analysis - Cost

Soft Skills & Professional Attributes

Organizational & Time Management

Cross-functional Stakeholder Management

Adaptability in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field from any recognized university.

1-3 years of experience in Production Planning, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, or Operations Planning. Entry level candidates with strong analytical skills are encouraged to apply.

Strong understanding of ERP/MRP systems (SAP).

Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.

Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables, advanced formulas (e.g., XLOOKUP/INDEX-MATCH-MATCH), charts, and data analysis.

Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (e.g. SAP).

Familiarity with production planning, scheduling, and inventory management systems.

Experience with Microsoft PowerPoint and Word for reporting and presentations.

Basic knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement principles is preferred.

Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make sound planning decisions.

Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.

Ability to build productive working relationships with Procurement, Material Planning, Logistics, Manufacturing, Engineering, and other key stakeholders.

Effective meeting coordination and stakeholder communication skills.

Customer-focused mindset with the ability to balance business priorities and operational constraints.

Ability to influence and gain alignment without direct authority.

No direct people management responsibility.

Demonstrates the ability to coordinate and influence cross-functional teams to achieve common planning objectives.

Acts as a collaborative team member, sharing knowledge and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Ability to coordinate multiple planning activities and meet deadlines in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Experience participating in cross-functional projects or process improvement initiatives.

Strong planning, prioritization, and follow-up skills to ensure timely execution of production plans.

Ability to identify risks, escalate issues appropriately, and support implementation of corrective actions.

Any other appropriate duties as requested by the supervisor

Please note that your application will be sent to and reviewed by the direct employer - REC Group

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