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You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.\nReporting to the Planning and Execution Manager, the Production Planner is responsible for translating customer orders and sales forecasts into a production schedule. The incumbent ensures planning accuracy based on raw material availability while optimizing the use of equipment and workforce resources.\nThis position contributes to ABB Canada's Electrification, Installation Products (ELIP) division and is based in Montreal, Quebec.\nThe work model for this position is 100% on-site.\nResponsibilities\nDevelop optimized production schedules for the assigned production cells based on sales forecasts, customer order priorities, workforce availability, and equipment capacity.\nInitiate or participate in the development of procedures aimed at improving production processes.\nQuickly respond to and incorporate new information provided by the Sales, Customer Service, and Operations teams, adjusting production plans accordingly. Communicate production issues to the appropriate stakeholders on a daily basis.\nProactively identify and communicate potential inventory shortages and develop appropriate action plans to mitigate supply risks.\nManage the procurement of components required to support the production schedule and closely monitor supplier orders.\nRecommend corrective action plans in response to supplier delays and production schedule disruptions.\nComplete production reports and effectively manage key performance indicators (KPIs).\nIdentify opportunities to improve planning tools and processes, and take the initiative to implement continuous improvement ideas.\nQualifications\nCollege diploma or university degree in a relevant field such as Operations and Logistics Management, Supply Chain Management, Business Management, or a related discipline.\n3-5 years of experience in production planning, procurement, inventory management, or supply chain functions within a manufacturing environment.\nBilingual in French and English. 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We actively support the principles of the Employment Equity Act and strive to build a workforce that reflects Canada’s diversity, including:\nWomen\nIndigenous Peoples\nMembers of visible minorities\nPersons with disabilities\nABB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. 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