Engineer, Planning

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

REC Group is an international pioneering solar energy company dedicated to empowering consumers with clean, affordable solar power through high-quality solar panels with a leading power density. As Solar's Most Trusted, REC is known for its patented innovations and multiple award-winning products with reliable long-term performance. The cornerstone for REC's strong reliability is advanced and highly efficient manufacturing using Industry 4.0 practices. Founded in 1996 in Norway, REC has always been committed to a low carbon footprint in its solar materials and panels. REC is headquartered in Norway with operational headquarters in Singapore and regional hubs in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. As of December 2021, REC is part of Reliance Industries Limited, India's largest private sector company with revenues of USD 104.6 billion.

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RESPONSIBILITIES

We are looking for a highly motivated and energetic team player to be part of our global Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process. The candidate will be responsible for translating global customer demand into executable production plans, ensuring that materials, capacity, and manufacturing resources are aligned to achieve on-time delivery. As the key interface between Supply Chain and Operations, the candidate will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to balance customer requirements, production constraints, and operational priorities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and maintain production plans to support global customer demand while optimizing manufacturing capacity and resource utilization.
• Coordinate daily with Procurement, Material Planning, Logistics, Manufacturing, Equipment, Process Engineering, and Process Development teams to ensure production readiness.
• Analyze demand forecasts, material availability, production capacity, and operational constraints to identify risks and recommend solutions.
• Prepare and maintain production planning reports, dashboards, and analyses using Microsoft Excel.
• Host weekly cross-functional planning meetings and communicate production requirements clearly to all stakeholders.
• Monitor production performance and adjust plans in response to changes in customer demand, material supply, or manufacturing priorities.
• Support scenario planning and production simulations to enable data-driven decision-making.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance planning accuracy, planning efficiency, and operational performance.

ESSENTIAL JOB COMPETENCIES:

Technical

• Production planning and scheduling
• Demand & Capacity Planning
• ERP/MRP systems (in-house manufacturing execution system and SAP)
• Supply chain and Inventory Management
• Continuous improvement methodologies (Lean/Kaizen awareness)

Analytical & Problem Solving

• Analytical thinking and data interpretation
• Root cause analysis and structured problem solving
• Scenario planning and decision-making
• Risk identification and mitigation planning
• Prioritization and resource optimization
• Business Impact Analysis - Cost

Soft Skills & Professional Attributes

• Organizational & Time Management
• Cross-functional Stakeholder Management
• Adaptability in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field from any recognized university.
• 1-3 years of experience in Production Planning, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, or Operations Planning. Entry level candidates with strong analytical skills are encouraged to apply.
• Strong understanding of ERP/MRP systems (SAP).
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables, advanced formulas (e.g., XLOOKUP/INDEX-MATCH-MATCH), charts, and data analysis.
• Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (e.g. SAP).
• Familiarity with production planning, scheduling, and inventory management systems.
• Experience with Microsoft PowerPoint and Word for reporting and presentations.
• Basic knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement principles is preferred.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make sound planning decisions.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.
• Ability to build productive working relationships with Procurement, Material Planning, Logistics, Manufacturing, Engineering, and other key stakeholders.
• Effective meeting coordination and stakeholder communication skills.
• Customer-focused mindset with the ability to balance business priorities and operational constraints.
• Ability to influence and gain alignment without direct authority.
• No direct people management responsibility.
• Demonstrates the ability to coordinate and influence cross-functional teams to achieve common planning objectives.
• Acts as a collaborative team member, sharing knowledge and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ability to coordinate multiple planning activities and meet deadlines in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Experience participating in cross-functional projects or process improvement initiatives.
• Strong planning, prioritization, and follow-up skills to ensure timely execution of production plans.
• Ability to identify risks, escalate issues appropriately, and support implementation of corrective actions.
• Any other appropriate duties as requested by the supervisor