Production Planner - Product Operations
Cork, County Cork, Ireland
Operations and Supply Chain
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An exciting opportunity for a Production Planner has become available in the Product Operations department at Apple’s European headquarters in Cork. The Production Planning team are responsible for driving the overarching plan for EMEIA in region manufacturing, and operate within a dynamic supply chain environment. The team is responsible for coordinating the day to day planning and execution of factory logistics for the only Apple owned manufacturing plant globally and ensure customer SLAs are delivered on. Our team collaborates with many cross functional partners both within Product Operations and within the wider global operations group at Apple.
Description
- Deep dive analysis and risk assessment on supply chain constraints, forecast analysis, demand fluctuations and inventory projections
- Drives analysis on Master Production Schedule, demand profile and trends for EMEIA across work streams
- Reviews capacity plan for the site, monitors and drives commit targets with production team
- Cross functional collaboration with regional and worldwide teams to manage forecast / demand signals and capacity alignment
- Master data management set up for new product launches
- Order management on SAP and factory management system across multiple programs
Minimum Qualifications
- Data analysis with the ability to evaluate, analyse and present data comfortably
- System orientated with methodical, systematic way of working to troubleshoot issues daily within a fast paced, dynamic supply chain environment
- Take initiative and thrive in an autonomous environment
- Thrive working as part of a team of experts as well as part of a broader global team
- Results focused who strives to achieve operational excellence
- Solution focused mindset, adept at connecting the dots and pre-empting potential pitfalls while strategizing on potential solutions
- Adaptable, team player, willingness to learn and be comfortable navigating ambiguity and change
Key Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
- System savvy
- Curious personality with innovation focus
- Deep data mining mindset eg Tableau
- Strategic experience in fast paced environment
- Not afraid to take the lead, strong initiative
Education & Experience
Additional Requirements
- We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.