Senior / Specialist I, Production Planning

Job's mission

As a Senior Specialist, Production Planning at ASM, you’ll lead planning strategies that ensure smooth production operations and on-time delivery of advanced semiconductor equipment. You’ll take ownership of complex projects, drive cross-functional collaboration, and manage engineering changes and BOM structures with precision. Your leadership will help ASM deliver cutting-edge technology that powers the world’s most innovative devices.

What you will be working on

• Oversee strategic production planning activities to ensure on-time delivery of semiconductor equipment.
• Manage Bills of Materials (BOM), including multi-level BOM structures for complex manufacturing processes.
• Lead project analysis, demand loading, change management, and milestone deliverables to drive successful project closure.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to meet critical dates such as Assembly Start, PMCD, and shipment deadlines.
• Manage engineering and configuration changes using SAP and TeamCenter to maintain accuracy and compliance.
• Drive risk mitigation strategies through escalation management, slot swaps, and material allocation to safeguard delivery timelines.
• Serve as the primary liaison between Project Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, and Shipping teams.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives and process enhancements in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

What we are looking for

• Minimum a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering or equivalent
• Minimum 8 years of production planning experience in high-tech manufacturing or low-volume, high-mix environments equipment manufacturing environment
• Strong leadership and adaptability in fast-paced settings.
• Proficient in SAP S/4Hana, Microsoft Excel, and Power BI.
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable with numbers.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration.

What sets you apart

• Experience in semiconductor equipment manufacturing.
• Proven ability to lead project teams and manage escalations effectively.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies.