Senior Production Planning Specialist

Since 1890, Pfeiffer Vacuum has been shaping the vacuum industry with groundbreaking innovations. Every day, over 4,000 employees at 10 production sites and more than 20 sales and service companies worldwide give everything for our customers. With our comprehensive portfolio, we offer solutions for all types of vacuum applications. We are not only driven by highest quality standards. It is our vision to be the most sustainable and fastest growing market player in our industry to drive technology for a sustainable future.    
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Job summary

The senior production planning specialist is responsible for architecting the master production schedule by orchestrating a complex synergy between material availability, equipment capacity, and labor resources. The ideal candidate is a data wizard who leverages advanced analytics, automation to transform raw data into actionable manufacturing strategies, ensuring 100% on-time delivery while optimizing operational costs.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the MPS and MRP for short, medium, and long-term horizons.
• Analyze demand forecasts to ensure production capacity is fully optimized and aligned with global customer requirements.
• Lead the sales & operations planning data preparation to balance supply and demand efficiently.
• Design and maintain complex Excel-based analytical tools and Macros to automate scheduling, tracking, and reporting processes.
• Build dynamic dashboards to visualize production bottlenecks, lead times, and capacity utilization.
• Utilize data-driven insights to perform "What-if" scenario planning for potential supply chain disruptions.
• Collaborate closely with production supervisors and procurement to resolve critical bottlenecks and material shortages.
• Oversee the accuracy of ERP/SAP data, including BoMs, lead times, and routing information.
• Monitor production progress in real-time, adjusting schedules dynamically to mitigate delays.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction through inventory optimization and lead-time compression.
• Lead or participate in lean manufacturing projects to enhance shop-floor efficiency.
• Establish and monitor key KPIs: OTD, plan attainment, and inventory turnover.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, supply chain, logistics, or related field.
• At least 5 years proven experience in relevant position, or similar role.
• Ability to build automated tools from scratch. Deep understanding of ERP logic (SAP preferred).
• Exceptional data visualization and statistical analysis skills; ability to interpret complex datasets to drive decisions.
• High pressure-resistance, decisive problem-solving, and influential communication skills to work across departments.
• Ability to work independently and with a team to meet deadlines
• Good at English.

💼 Your benefits

⚖️ Work-life balance & well-being

• Schedule: Monday – Friday (08:30 – 16:30) with hybrid option to WFH 4 days/month.
• Employee shuttle service from HCMC.
• 14 days annual leave + 1 fully paid day off for Christmas.
• Premium healthcare insurance package.
• In-depth health check package
• Modern pantry with free coffee.
• On-site sports & entertainment (badminton, table tennis, foosball, darts...)
• Birthday gift/ celebrations.
• Free lunch provided in air-conditioned canteen.

💰 Comprehensive financial rewards

• Competitive salary aligned with market standards.
• 100% salary payment during the probation period.

• Social Insurance contributions paid on the full gross salary.
• Monthly KPI bonus, lucky money, 13th-month bonus, and annual performance bonus tied to company performance.
• Childcare allowance.

🚀 Growth & culture

• Continuous learning with in-house training and an annual budget dedicated to your external skill development.
• A friendly, collaborative international environment with annual team-building trips and Year-End parties.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Requisition ID: 2928