DACH Global Planning Specialist

Req ID:457806 

DACH Global Planning Specialist (f/m/d)

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signaling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Could you be the full time DACH Global Planning Specialist (f/m/d) located in Hennigsdorf or other site within Germany we’re looking for?

Your Future Role

2,100 colleagues from 46 countries, including 800 engineers, shape in Hennigsdorf the future of rail mobility. The locally developed, manufactured, and maintained product range includes high-speed, regional, and local trains, subways, as well as trams and light rail vehicles. Our corporate functions play a key role in supporting and continuously improving the performance of our sites. You’ll report to Nikolaos Anagnostou and work alongside a dedicated and enthusiastic team.

We’ll look for you to :

• Ensure compliance to Alstom Planning standards, processes and Golden Rules.

• Operational Planning management: Drive adherence to the Planning Synchronization process and MPS Governance across all DACH Sites.
• Tactical (SIOP Process) Planning management: Implementation of robust SIOP to promote optimized, cross-functional planning across all involved Functions; work with Sites to maintain advanced level of maturity of the process.
• Develop and animate Inter-site synchronization between Lead Units and Participating Units.
• Strategic (S&OP Process) Planning management: Coordinate Strategic Planning activities for the Region in alignment with key stakeholders (Central, Métiers, Sites).
• Coordinate and prepare monthly Workload updates.
• Coordinate Planning activities during the Budget and F1 phase. Liaise with Sites and Métiers to register risks and opportunities and identify impact to Customer Deliverables.
• Weekly/Monthly monitoring of Key Planning KPIs (OTD, DFQ, Manufacturing Throughput, Production Performance), identify risks and action plans.
• Ensure alignment between Project, Development and Industrial Planning Deliverables.
• Manage the roll-out of new Tools to the Sites. Develop roll-out plans and manage training and implementation.
• Identify possible gaps in the Planning community and support the Sites in the recruitment process.
• Assess Planning capabilities on Site and define development plans.

All About You

We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• More than 3 years of experience in industrial / manufacturing project planning roles.
• Strong technical and industrial understanding.
• Fluent in English; intermediate proficiency in German is preferred.
• Proficient in the use of planning tools and software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working in an international environment

Things You’ll Enjoy

Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You’ll also:

• Experience a dynamic work environment with a permanent position at a leading company for green mobility
• Enjoy a competitive remuneration package (IG Metall), 30 days of vacation, and benefits such as company pension plans and subsidized “Deutschlandticket” (Job Ticket)
• Optimise work-life balance with flexible working hours and hybrid working models
• Explore growth opportunities and steer your career across functions and countries
• Benefit from excellent training opportunities through our award-winning Alstom University and participate in the company's innovation culture through idea management programmes
• Thrive in a modern and collaborative workplace featuring mentor and buddy programs, diversity & inclusion initiatives, CSR activities, and engaging employee event

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Equal Opportunities Statement

As an employer, Alstom stands for equal opportunities. By creating an inclusive work environment where all employees are encouraged to realize their full potential, individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants are considered solely on the basis of their qualifications, regardless of skin colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ethnic and national origin, disability or other legally protected characteristics.