Logistics Planner II

About the role

The Production and Logistics Planner II will support production planning and logistics to ensure timely flow of materials and products in line with manufacturing schedules and customer demand. The role involves maintaining production plans, monitoring inventory, coordinating material requirements, and collaborating with cross‑functional teams.

Key responsibilities

• Support daily production planning and inventory control activities.
• Prepare and maintain production schedules and work orders.
• Monitor material availability for manufacturing operations.
• Review forecasts, customer demand and production requirements.
• Coordinate with purchasing, warehouse, logistics and production teams to ensure material availability.
• Update ERP systems with planning and inventory information.
• Monitor lead times and help resolve material shortages or delivery issues.
• Assist with production planning for new product introductions and ongoing operations.
• Analyze production and inventory data to support operational decisions.
• Generate and maintain production and inventory reports.
• Participate in continuous‑improvement initiatives related to planning and logistics.
• Communicate order status and production schedules to internal departments.
• Follow company procedures for quality, safety and environmental practices.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, supply chain, business administration or related field.
• At least 4 years of experience in production planning, logistics, supply chain or inventory control.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment; medical‑device industry experience is a plus.
• Intermediate knowledge of production planning and material requirements planning (MRP).
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving and organizational skills.
• Advanced proficiency in English.

Required skills

• ERP systems such as SAP, JD Edwards or Blue Yonder.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel.