Operation & Planning Specialist
Posted 22 days ago · 46 applicants
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The role in plain words
This role supports production and operational planning activities across global markets. The specialist coordinates production schedules with manufacturing partners, monitors order execution, and builds sales forecasts and operational planning reports. Additionally, they analyze forecast accuracy and collaborate with operations, sales, and supply chain teams to address delays and ensure smooth execution.
- 2–5 years of experience in Operations, Planning, Production Coordination, Supply Chain, or Sales Operations
- Experience working with factories, manufacturing environments, or production processes
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Advanced Excel skills
- Experience working with ERP systems
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Who this suits
This role suits professionals with 2 to 5 years of experience in operations, planning, or supply chain who possess advanced Excel skills and experience working with ERP systems and manufacturing environments. It is less ideal for those seeking a remote-first setup or those without experience coordinating directly with factories.
Full job description
Original listing · kept for referenceA successful global consumer products company, with focus on the Juvenile space, is looking for a Sales Operations & Planning Specialist to join our growing team
Key Responsibilities:
• Support production and operational planning activities across global markets
• Coordinate production schedules and priorities with manufacturing partners
• Monitor order execution and ensure alignment between demand, production, and delivery timelines
• Build and maintain sales forecasts and operational planning reports
• Analyze forecast accuracy and identify risks, bottlenecks, and supply constraints
• Work closely with Operations, Sales, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing teams to ensure smooth execution
• Track production progress and proactively address delays or operational issues
• Support inventory visibility and availability planning
• Generate reports and provide data-driven insights to support business decisions
Qualifications:
• 2–5 years of experience in Operations, Planning, Production Coordination, Supply Chain, or Sales Operations
• Experience working with factories, manufacturing environments, or production processes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Advanced Excel skills
• Experience working with ERP systems
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Fluent English- MUST
Questions about this role
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- 2–5 years of experience in Operations, Planning, Production Coordination, Supply Chain, or Sales Operations, Experience working with factories, manufacturing environments, or production processes, Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, Advanced Excel skills, Experience working with ERP systems