Production Planner

About AkzoNobel

Since 1792, we’ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that’s dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let’s paint the future together.

For more information please visit www.akzonobel.com

Job Purpose

A Production Planner is responsible for coordinating manufacturing schedules, materials, and resources to ensure products are produced efficiently, on time, and within cost targets.

Key Accountabilities

• Develop and maintain production schedules based on customer demand, inventory levels, and manufacturing capacity
• Coordinate with material planners, procurement, warehouse, production, logistics, customer service teams
• Track production progress and adjust schedules when delays or disruptions occur and communicate with customer service teams
• Analyze production data to improve efficiency and reduce downtime
• Ensure optimal inventory levels to avoid shortages or excess stock
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly production reports
• Work with quality assurance teams to ensure production standards are met
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in manufacturing operations
• Manage work orders and production documentation in MRP systems

Required Skills

• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Knowledge of supply chain and inventory management
• Proficiency in Excel and MRP software (SAP)
• Good communication and coordination skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Attention to detail

Common Software Used

• Saturn SAP
• Microsoft Excel
• BI