Role Overview

Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, you will join the Supply Chain team to support all stages of the planning process. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the entire supply chain runs smoothly — from the timely release of raw material orders, through efficient production operations, to the final delivery of products to customers.

Responsibilities

- Collaborate with Production, Supply Chain and Sales teams to review demand forecasts and plan production requirements.
- Analyse inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability and prevent shortages or excess stock.
- Create, maintain and adjust production schedules, considering lead times, production capacity and resource constraints.
- Release and manage production orders for both in-house manufacturing and outsourced suppliers.
- Coordinate with suppliers and purchasing teams to ensure timely procurement and delivery of raw materials and components.
- Monitor production progress and adapt plans to meet changing business demands.
- Visit the two main outsourced suppliers twice per month.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance production efficiency and material management.
- Support MRP implementation projects in collaboration with the Operations Manager.
- Stay up to date with industry trends,



production technologies and best practices in production planning.

Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Engineering, Supply Chain Management or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience in production planning and scheduling.
- Strong understanding of production, inventory and supply chain management processes.
- Experience with production planning software, ERP systems and Microsoft Office (particularly Excel).
- Knowledge of MRP/MPS methodologies and production forecasting, capacity planning and cost control.
- Experience with Microsoft Navision and Power BI is considered a plus.
- Analytical, detail-oriented and proactive problem solver with a continuous improvement mindset.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in a dynamic environment.
- Willingness to accept new challenges as part of MRP implementation, with support of the Operations Manager.
- Knowledge of the paper mill industry is a plus.
- Spanish and Catalan proficiency level + English B2 level required.

Selection Process

The selection process includes interviews with HRBP and Operations Manager.

Location

Vilablareix (Girona).

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