Master Production Planner

Location:

Ramadan City , El-Sharkia, Egypt

Job ID:

R0132954

Date Posted:

2026-06-03

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY TRANSFORMERS S.A.E

Profession (Job Category):

Customer Service & Contact Center Operations

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The Opportunity

The Master Production Planner will be responsible for developing and maintaining the overall production plan for Transformer's Business ensuring optimal resource utilization and on-time delivery of transformers while meeting quality and cost objectives.

How you will make an impact

• Develop and implement the master production schedule (MPS) for various transformer product lines, aligning with sales forecasts, customer orders, and inventory targets.

• Analyze demand patterns, production capacity, and material availability to create realistic and achievable production plans.

• Collaborate with sales, engineering, procurement, and manufacturing departments to ensure alignment and effective communication throughout the planning process.

• Monitor production progress, identify deviations from the plan, and implement corrective actions to mitigate potential delays or disruptions.

• Optimize inventory levels of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods to minimize holding costs and prevent stockouts.

• Utilize ERP/MRP systems to manage production orders, material requirements, and capacity planning.

• Conduct "what-if" scenario planning to assess the impact of demand fluctuations or supply chain constraints.

• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance planning accuracy, efficiency, and responsiveness.

• Prepare and present production planning reports and key performance indicators (KPIs) to management.

• Ensure compliance with all relevant company policies, safety regulations, and quality standards.

Your Background

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in master production planning, preferably within a manufacturing environment (heavy equipment or electrical components experience is a plus).

• Proven experience with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle,) for production planning and control.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make informed decisions.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• APICS CPIM or CSCP certification is highly desirable.

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