PpWe are seeking an Operations Planner / Scheduler based at our Zurich-area site in Switzerland, reporting to the Site Manager. /p ul liSchedules the orders on production lines involving a variety of product mix and fluctuating requirements based on demand forecast, customer orders, current inventories and line capacity. /li liPlans/schedules the orders within the relevant time period appropriate to the site, to ensure compliance with OTMIS/OTIF. /li liReviews, adjusts, and updates a fluctuating schedule based on customer orders, production problems, material needs, and other areas as required; informs personnel of appropriate changes. /li liDetermines appropriate supply of products based on the potential demand for goods, which includes maintaining inventory levels, forecasting customer needs, developing product forecasts. /li liAnalyzes and interprets a variety of reports regarding plant operations, resource and personnel needs, efficiency, cycle times, on-time service, sales/customers, and determines operational or scheduling changes to improve plant performance. /li liAssists with coordinating general production operations regarding resource, efficiency and cycle times, to ensure meeting the sites OTMIS/OTIF target. /li liServes as a liaison between production operations and other areas, such as sales, customer service, production, shipping and receiving, and other departments regarding general operations, and questions and concerns, to ensure on-time delivery. /li liProvides updates in production meetings regarding production schedules, plant performance, and other areas as required. /li liAssists with coordinating the introduction, modification, or discontinuation of products, which includes maintaining SKU numbers, inventory and order levels, and product lists, communicating status across the departments. /li liEnsures compliance with department policies and procedures and applicable laws, rules, and regulations. /li liPerforms other duties as assigned. /li liEducated to High school level. /li liTwo/Three years of scheduling, supply chain or operational experience. /li liApplying fundamental scheduling and distribution principles and practices. /li liUnderstanding of applicable supply chain activities. /li liReading and responding to constant change environments. /li liUnderstanding of basic production and operational principles and practices. /li liAnalyzing a variety of data and developing reports. /li liWorking with other functions and supervisors. /li liFluent German and English skills are required for this role. Knowledge of other languages will be considered an advantage. /li liAdvanced PC skills essential. /li liFamiliar with standard ERP system such as Oracle, SAP. /li liStrong communication skills. /li liAssertiveness. /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr