Production Planner

**Career Area**:
Supply Chain and Logistics

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**About Caterpillar**:
At Caterpillar, we're dedicated to building a better world through our innovative machinery and solutions. Our success is driven by our talented team members who are passionate about making a difference. Join us in our mission to empower communities and drive progress worldwide.

**Role Overview**:
We are seeking a dynamic and analytical Production Planner to join our Equipment Processing Center in Zeebrugge. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for driving operational efficiencies within the scheduling processes to ensure the timely preparation and shipment of machines to our customers.

**Responsibilities**:

- Develop and execute an efficient capacity plan for machine processing
- Conduct data analysis and visualization to inform decision-making
- Collaborate closely with service providers and internal teams including Order Management, Supply Chain, Quality, and Transport
- Prioritize and plan operations to optimize performance and minimize delays
- Manage 3PL performance, communication, and issue resolution
- Contribute to the identification and implementation of process improvements

**Basic Requirements**:

- Ability to manage and analyse large datasets
- Independent, structured, and collaborative team player
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Resilient, adaptable, and hard-working
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Interested in ERP and CRM systems (e.g., SAP, PowerBI)
- Fluent in English and Dutch (both written and verbal)

**Posting Dates**:
May 17, 2024 - July 19, 2024
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).

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