Production Planning Specialist

Date: Oct 17, 2025

Location:

Setúbal, PT

Company: Ascenza Agro

Ascenza is the crop Protection branch, a benchmark independent player in the off-patented South-European, Brazilian and Mexican markets, with a leading position in Iberia.

Mission:

Prepare the production plan proposal to ensure its execution. Identify potential bottlenecks and solutions to resolve them.

Responsibilities:

Maintain a balance between demand and supply through a monthly review of received commercial forecasts;
Work closely with the factory planning department to ensure an appropriate balance between plant responsiveness, cost efficiency, and inventory levels;
Analyze and manage data generated by the MRP (Production, Purchasing, and Industrial Capacity Plan);
Develop models that allow the analysis of various planning parameters (e.g., safety stock, maximum stock levels, among others) and subsequently load these results into the MRP;
Identify opportunities for improvement and monitor their implementation;
Monitor production orders to the factory and their execution;
Analyze bottlenecks and propose solutions;
Prepare the purchasing plan (N+11) to be forwarded to the purchasing team.

The talent we're looking for:

Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, or Industrial Management;
Minimum 3 years' experience in Supply Chain, Industrial Management, or Planning;
Computer skills from a user's perspective Knowledge of English (spoken and written)
Proficiency in the following IT tools: ERP, Business Intelligence, Material Resource Planning (MRP), and SAP
Advanced Excel Good interpersonal skills and teamwork skills;
Critical thinking and commitment;
Good organizational skills, sense of responsibility, commitment, and autonomy.

What we have to offer:

Excellent opportunity to join an international company;
Compensation and benefits based on position and experience.

If you think this could be the next step in your career, send us your application!