Production Planning Specialist

Koropi, Attiki, Greece | Production

ΤHEON GROUP of companies develops and manufactures cutting-edge night vision and thermal Imaging systems for Military and Security applications with a global footprint. THEON GROUP started its operations in 1997 from Greece and today occupies a leading role in the sector thanks to its international presence through subsidiaries and production facilities in Greece, Cyprus, Germany, the Baltics, the United States, the Gulf States, Switzerland, Denmark, Belgium, Singapore and South Korea. THEON GROUP has more than 240,000 systems in service with Armed and Special Forces in 71 countries around the world, 26 of which are NATO countries. THEON INTERNATIONAL PLC, the group's parent company, has been listed in the EURONEXT stock market, allowing THEON GROUP to accelerate its growth and further future business development. www.theon.com

Role Summary

We are looking for an experienced Production Planning Specialist to take a critical role in aligning demand forecasts with material availability and production capacity.This position directly impacts production reliability, schedule adherence, and overall operational performance. It is aimed at professionals who operate with structured thinking, analytical tools, and measurable results.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and manage a rolling production schedule (short- and mid-term horizons)
Translate forecasts into realistic and feasible production plans based on capacity and material availability
Monitor and analyze planning KPIs (Forecast Accuracy, Capacity Utilization, Inventory Levels)
Proactively identify risks in materials, capacity, or scheduling and implement corrective actions
Collaborate closely with Supply Chain, Procurement, and Sales for cross-functional alignment
Participate in the S&OP process and support decision-making with accurate data
Ensure data accuracy in ERP/MRP systems
Contribute to continuous improvement of planning processes and reporting

Qualifications

3+ years of experience in Production Planning in a structured manufacturing environment
Proven experience in forecasting and demand planning
Strong understanding of MRP and capacity planning
Advanced Excel and data analysis skills
Experience with ERP systems
Ability to manage pressure and multiple priorities
Strong analytical mindset and data-driven decision-making

What the Role Offers

Direct collaboration with the Production Director
A position with meaningful impact on operational performance
An environment with clear goals and measurable outcomes

This role is aimed at professionals who operate with data, take ownership of the numbers, and understand that effective planning is the foundation of production performance.

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