Supply Chain Planner

About Us

GKN Automotive is a global leader in driveline technologies, pioneering cutting-edge solutions for the automotive industry. With decades of engineering expertise and a strong commitment to sustainability, we operate worldwide to deliver high-performance systems for electric, hybrid, and conventional vehicles.

Position Summary

As a Supply Chain Planner at GKN Automotive, you will play a critical role in coordinating and executing production scheduling and supply planning activities. This position requires direct, hands-on experience in managing production schedules within a manufacturing environment . You will be responsible for aligning material availability with production capacity , ensuring on-time delivery, and maintaining inventory accuracy. The role involves close collaboration with procurement, manufacturing, and logistics teams to support operational efficiency and responsiveness.

We are specifically seeking candidates who have worked directly in production scheduling—not in support or intermediary roles. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of creating, managing, and adjusting production schedules in response to changing demand and operational constraints.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field

• Minimum of 2 years of direct experience in** production scheduling within a manufacturing environment**

• Demonstrated ability to manage planning parameters and production timelines using ERP systems

• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with data analysis tools

• Intermediate to advanced English proficiency for cross-functional and global coordination

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in SAP or similar ERP systems for planning and inventory control

• Strong analytical skills and ability to use data for decision-making

• Experience with lean manufacturing and logistics principles

• Effective communication and collaboration skills across departments

• Familiarity with supply chain operations in the automotive industry

Position Overview

The Supply Chain Planner is responsible for managing both tactical and strategic planning cycles to ensure production continuity and inventory reliability. Key responsibilities include:

• Creating and maintaining detailed production schedules in ERP systems

• Monitoring and adjusting planning parameters to reflect operational needs

• Tracking supply chain KPIs such as delivery performance and inventory turnover

• Collaborating with suppliers and internal teams to resolve material or capacity issues

• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives to optimize planning and logistics workflows

This role offers a strategic platform to influence planning performance and contribute to operational excellence across GKN Automotive.