Planning Manager (m/w/d)

It takes the brightest minds to be a technology leader. It takes imagination to create green energy for the generations to come. At Siemens Gamesa we make real what matters, join our global team.

Siemens Gamesa is part of Siemens Energy, a world leader in power engineering with a history of innovation spanning more than 150 years. Together we are working to make sustainable, reliable and affordable energy a reality by pushing the limits of what is possible. As a leading player in the wind industry and manufacturer of wind turbines, we are passionate about the energy transition and offer innovative solutions that meet the growing energy needs of the world community. At Siemens Gamesa, we are constantly looking for talented people to strengthen our team and support our focus on the energy transition.

Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Gamesa: Working with us.

How to contribute to our vision

As a Planning Manager, you lead all planning activities at the Cuxhaven site. You define the planning strategy and ensure that the production program is always coordinated with all relevant partners both within and outside the site and aligns with the overarching strategic goals.

What are your responsibilities?

• You strategically lead and develop the planning team.

• You proactively ensure timely and efficient production control.

• You inform all relevant partners within and outside the site about the current status, forecast, risks, and opportunities.

• You continuously analyze and optimize planning processes to increase efficiency.

• You independently develop and implement innovative planning strategies.

• You create and present strategic reports and action recommendations for management.

• You work closely with projects, procurement, and production to ensure optimal resource utilization and capacity planning.

• You ensure that all planning activities comply with legal and internal company regulations.

• You promote the professional development and training of team members to continuously improve their skills and knowledge.

• You are responsible for the cost center budget.

What you need to make a difference

Passion for renewable energy and a sense for the importance to lead the change. Additionally:

• You have a university degree.

• You can demonstrate extensive experience in a similar position.

• You have deep knowledge of relevant systems, such as SAP and Microsoft Office.

• You are capable of motivating, supporting, and transforming employees at the site.

• You speak fluent English and German.

In return for your commitment, we offer you:

• Become part of our mission for sustainability: clean energy for future generations

• A global team of diverse colleagues who share the passion for renewable energy

• Trust and empowerment to realize your own ideas

• Personal and professional development to grow internally within our organization

• Employer-funded pension

• Attractive compensation package

• Local services such as discounted lunch, employee discounts and much more

Become part of our location in Cuxhaven:

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How do you imagine the future?

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Our global team is at the forefront of achieving climate change and reducing carbon emissions - the biggest challenge we face.

Applicants with severe disabilities are invited to contact us. We have integrative recruitment processes especially for severely disabled people in Germany and strive to tailor the work spaces to your individual needs.

Siemens Gamesa is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a work environment that is free from discrimination and where employees are treated with dignity and respect. Employment at Siemens Gamesa is based solely on an individual's merit and qualifications, which are directly related to job competence. Siemens Gamesa does not discriminate against any employee or job applicant on the basis of race, ethnicity, nationality, ancestry, genetic information, citizenship, religion, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, rules or regulations. We adhere to these principles in all aspects of employment, including recruiting, hiring, training, compensation, promotion and benefits.

We are driven by people - from more than 100 different countries, they build the company we are every day. Our diverse and inclusive culture encourages us to think outside the box, speak without fear, and be bold. We value the flexibility that our smart-working arrangements, our digital disconnection framework and our  family-friendly practices bring to the new way of working.