Production planner

A part of Colgate-Palmolive since 1976, Hill's Pet Nutrition offers the highest-quality pet nutrition available through product lines Prescription Diet and Science Diet. Veterinarians worldwide recommend and feed their own pets Hill's products more than any other brand of pet food.

Available in approximately 80 countries around the world, our extensive line of products includes more than 60 Prescription Diet brand pet foods and more than 50 Science Diet brand pet foods.

We believe all animals should be loved and cared for during their lifetimes. That is why we are proud our pet foods can make a difference in your pet's life.

A career at Hill’s Pet Nutrition or Colgate-Palmolive is an excellent opportunity if you seek a global experience, constant challenge, and development opportunities in an environment that respects work/life effectiveness.

Job Title: Production Planner

Travel Required?: Travel - up to 10% of time

On-site

Relocation Assistance Offered Within Country
#161834 - Castiglione delle Stiviere, Lombardia, Italy

Who We Are
Colgate-Palmolive Company is a caring, innovative growth company that is reimagining a healthier future for all people, their pets and our planet. Focused on Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition, we sell our products in more than 200 countries and territories under brands such as Colgate, Palmolive, and Hill’s Pet Nutrition.

We are recognised for our leadership and innovation in promoting sustainability and community wellbeing, including our achievements in decreasing plastic waste and promoting recyclability, saving water, conserving natural resources and improving children’s oral health.

Join Our Team as a Production Planner at Hill's Pet Nutrition!
Location: Castiglione delle Stiviere, Italy

About Hill's Pet Nutrition:
At Hill's Pet Nutrition, we are dedicated to transforming the lives of pets and their owners through superior nutrition. Our state-of-the-art facility in Castiglione delle Stiviere is expanding, and we are looking for a talented Production Planner to join our dynamic team.

Job Purpose:
The Production Planner at Hill's Pet Nutrition plays a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and timely production of our premium pet food products. This position involves developing and maintaining weekly production schedules, coordinating with various departments to ensure the availability of materials and resources, and monitoring production progress to address any issues or delays.

What You Will Do:

1. Develop and maintain weekly production schedules to ensure optimal use of resources and timely delivery of products.
2. Coordinate with procurement, material planning, and production teams to ensure the availability of necessary materials and resources for production.
3. Track and monitor production activities to ensure adherence to schedules, and promptly address any delays or issues that arise.
4. Collaborate with sales and customer service teams to understand demand forecasts and adjust production plans accordingly.
5. Analyze production data and performance metrics to identify trends, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement.
6. Prepare and present regular production reports to management, highlighting key metrics, potential risks, and areas for improvement.
7. Ensure all production activities comply with Hill's Pet Nutrition's quality standards and regulatory requirements.
8. Participate in and lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency, reduce waste, and improve overall effectiveness.
9. Maintain accurate records of inventory levels and coordinate with the inventory team to manage stock levels effectively.
10. Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities in the production process without compromising product quality.
11. Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations throughout the production process.
12. Work closely with various departments, including procurement, sales and CS&L teams to ensure alignment and smooth operations.
13. Utilize production planning software (Kinaxis rapid response, SAP R/3, S4 Hana, PlanetTogether) to manage and optimize production schedules.
14. Maintain effective communication with internal and external stakeholders to ensure transparency and alignment on production goals and timelines.
15. Participate and contribute to the weekly production planning meeting.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Engineering, Business, Finance or related field.
2. 4-7 years of functional supply chain experience.
3. Supervisory or project management experience.
4. Experience with SAP S4, Kinaxis (Rapid Response), Google workspace (sheets, docs, gmail).
5. Proficiencies in advanced analytics and apply Supply Chain optimization tools/methodologies to determine process and cost improvements.

Preferred qualifications include:

1. Problem-solving, analytical skills and ability to use decision-making processes and judgment.
2. Broad business knowledge and strong understanding of Supply Chain systems.
3. Effective interpersonal skills, both oral and written communication abilities.
4. Ability to lead and manage multiple priorities and stressful situations effectively.
5. Strong planning and organizational abilities.

Ready to Make a Difference?
If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that will allow you to make a real impact, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join Hill's Pet Nutrition as Production Planner and be a part of our journey to improve the lives of pets around the world.

Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please contact Application_Accommodation@colpal.com with the subject "Accommodation Request" should you require accommodation.

Visa not sponsored.