Lead Supply Chain Planner at Continental

Mount Vernon, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Dec, 25

Salary

99495.0

Posted On

18 Sep, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Supply Chain Planning, Production Planning, Team Leadership, Project Management, Data Management, Communication, Optimization, Material Planning, Safety Procedures, Problem Solving

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Description

Company Description Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €39.7 billion in 2024 and currently employs around 95,000 people in 54 countries and markets. Tire solutions from the Tires group sector make mobility safer, smarter, and more sustainable. Its premium portfolio encompasses car, truck, bus, two-wheel, and specialty tires as well as smart solutions and services for fleets and tire retailers. Continental has been delivering top performance for more than 150 years and is one of the world’s largest tire manufacturers. In fiscal 2024, the Tires group sector generated sales of 13.9 billion euros. Continental's tire division employs more than 57,000 people worldwide and has 20 production and 16 development sites. Job Description PLT Lead Supply Chain Planner Create weekly production plan for a tire manufacturing facility by taking market requirements on article level and other input factors into consideration. Work in close alignment with various production departments to ensure this production plan can be successfully executed. Ensure good availability of tires within portfolio of relevant plant to ensure enable sales. Compile production requirements on article level. Work with market organization to ensure correct requirements are being produced. Create feasible production plan. Communicate production schedule and schedule changes. Understand plant constraints (Curing rates, Machine rates, etc.) and apply that knowledge to the weekly schedule. Maintain planning database to manage these constraints. Optimize the Number of Changeovers Prepare big picture outlook of future months’ tire availability. Maintain systems to ensure best possible material planning. Leading and managing a small team of supply chain planners and production schedulers. Special projects as assigned by Plant Operations Manager. Ensure all ESH procedures, policies and legal requirements are implemented and monitored NOTE: May not be inclusive of all work required and may be updated as needed. Qualifications Basic Qualifications: Associate degree in related field. Supply chain experience. Previous experience as project leader. Preferred Qualifications Bachelors degree in related field The Environment Safety is our highest priority and safety procedures/ guidelines must be always adhered to. This includes safety wear such as hearing protection and steel toe shoes. The job is within a non-climate controlled environment where you will be exposed to temperature swings (hot/cold), forklift and pedestrian traffic, and noise. Additional Information THE PERKS Immediate Benefits Robust Total Rewards Package Paid Time Off Tuition Assistance Employee Discounts, including tire discounts Employer 401k Match Diverse & Inclusive Work Environment with 20+ Employee Resource groups. Employee Assistance Program Future Growth Opportunities, including personal and professional And many more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader! Ready to drive with Continental? Take the first step and fill in the online application. The expected annual salary range for this role is $93,970-$99,495. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. EEO-Statement: EEO / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans, where they apply. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to [email protected] or contact US Recruiting at 800-821-2727. This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application, if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a call back. Ready to drive with Continental? Take the first step and fill in the online application.

Responsibilities

Create and manage the weekly production plan for a tire manufacturing facility while ensuring alignment with market requirements. Lead a small team of supply chain planners and production schedulers to optimize production efficiency and tire availability.