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Full-time
bachelor degree
Posted 21d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Finished Goods Planner manages production scheduling and capacity planning to ensure efficient manufacturing of cans and ends. The role involves aligning demand with production capabilities while optimizing resource utilization and inventory levels.
Requirements
Applicants require a university degree, preferably in Industrial Engineering, and 0-3 years of supply chain experience in manufacturing. Proficiency in MS Office, ERP logic, and fluency in both Italian and English are required.
Full job description
From a small family business to a multi-billion dollarglobal company, Sonoco has been changing the face of products and packaging since 1899,all while keeping the heart of “People Build Businesses” alive.
Our talented people are at the core of our growth, constantly reinventing the Sonoco wheel with brilliant solutions every year. Today we are a world leader in global packaging solutions with diversified operations in over45countries.We'reextremely proud of our portfolio of brands, our achievements in sustainability andindustrialisationand the groundbreaking workaccomplishedby our people.
The Finished Goods Planner manages production scheduling and capacity planning to ensure the efficient and timely manufacturing of cans and ends. Responsible for aligning demand requirements with production capabilities, the role optimizes resource utilization, inventory levels, and service performance. Collaborates closely with manufacturing, procurement, sales teams and the warehouse keepers, participating to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance planning accuracy, flexibility, and operational efficiency.
Production Scheduling and Execution
Develop and maintain detailed short-term production schedules to ensure optimal sequencing and efficient use of production resources.
Monitor limited warehouse capacity and maximize rotation index of goods
Manage work orders (raising, scheduling, closing).
Align daily and weekly production plans with demand priorities, capacity constraints, and material availability.
Monitor schedule adherence and proactively adjust plans in response to changes in demand, disruptions, or operational constraints.
Collaborate closely with production, maintenance, and quality teams to ensure smooth execution of the production schedule.
Identify bottlenecks and support actions to improve line efficiency, throughput, and overall responsiveness.
Arrange for transportation the sister plant in case of interco flows
Materials and Inventory Coordination
Check supply of components and lacquered/printed sheets by coordinating closely with MPC scheduler, sister plants or suppliers.
Monitor stock levels for critical materials and proactively escalate potential shortages impacting production.
Support inventory optimization by balancing production needs with stock levels, minimizing excess and obsolescence.
Planning Support and Continuous Improvement
Maintain accuracy of planning data in ERP systems (lead times, production versions, scheduling parameters).
Support the Supply Chain manager and the Team in improving scheduling processes, tools, and data accuracy.
Contribute to the stabilization and standardization of production scheduling routines and best practices.
Track and report key scheduling KPIs (e.g., schedule adherence, service level, production efficiency)
Qualification required by the applicant
University degree (ideally Industrial Engineering or equivalent, but other degrees can be considered based on the profile)
Specialized knowledge / experience
0-3 years of experience in supply chain (preferably gained within the manufacturing sector)
Advanced use of MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
Knowledge of ERP logics (experience with Oracle ERP will be a plus)
Fluent Italian and English; Other European languages will be a plus.
Specialized skills
Analytical thinking and data-driven mindset
Problem solving and ability to manage priorities in a dynamic environment
Proactive attitude and ability to anticipate issues
Resilience and ability to work under pressure
Ability to work cross-functionally (e.g. with production, procurement, and logistics teams)
Team player with strong collaboration skills
Employee motivation
Continuous improvement attitude
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We are an equal opportunity employer, and we strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.
Founded in 1899, Sonoco (NYSE: SON) is a global leader in value-added, sustainable metal and paper consumer and industrial packaging. The Company had net sales of $7.5 billion from continuing operations in 2025 and has approximately 22,000 employees working in 265 operations in 37 countries, serving some of the world’s best-known brands. Guided by our purpose of Better Packaging. Better Life., we strive to foster a culture of innovation, collaboration and excellence to provide solutions that better serve all our stakeholders and support a more sustainable future.
Sonoco was proudly named one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune in 2026 as well as one of America’s Most Admired and Responsible Companies by Fortune and Newsweek and by USA TODAY’s list of America’s Climate Leaders. For more information on the Company, visit our website at www.sonoco.com.
Our integrated packaging solutions help define brand personalities, create unique customer experiences and enhance the quality of products and the quality of life for people around the world.
It’s all in the service of our purpose: Better Packaging. Better Life.
Sonoco is committed to creating sustainable products, services and programs for our customers, employees and communities. Sonoco was listed as one of Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies for 2021 as well as being included in Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable Companies for the third year in a row.
Learn more at Sonoco.com.
Offices: 1 North Second Street, Hartsville, SC 29550, US · 3930 N Ventura Dr, Arlington Heights, IL 60004, US · Erste Industriestrasse 26, Hockenheim, BW 68766, DE · 1500 Paramount Pkwy, Batavia, IL 60510, US · 288 Howell Mill Rd, Waynesville, NC 28786, US
Founded in 1899, Sonoco (NYSE: SON) is a global leader in value-added, sustainable metal and paper consumer and industrial packaging. The Company had net sales of $7.5 billion from continuing operations in 2025 and has approximately 22,000 employees working in 265 operations in 37 countries, serving some of the world’s best-known brands. Guided by our purpose of Better Packaging. Better Life., we strive to foster a culture of innovation, collaboration and excellence to provide solutions that better serve all our stakeholders and support a more sustainable future.
Sonoco was proudly named one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune in 2026 as well as one of America’s Most Admired and Responsible Companies by Fortune and Newsweek and by USA TODAY’s list of America’s Climate Leaders. For more information on the Company, visit our website at www.sonoco.com.
Our integrated packaging solutions help define brand personalities, create unique customer experiences and enhance the quality of products and the quality of life for people around the world.
It’s all in the service of our purpose: Better Packaging. Better Life.
Sonoco is committed to creating sustainable products, services and programs for our customers, employees and communities. Sonoco was listed as one of Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies for 2021 as well as being included in Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable Companies for the third year in a row.
Learn more at Sonoco.com.
Offices: 1 North Second Street, Hartsville, SC 29550, US · 3930 N Ventura Dr, Arlington Heights, IL 60004, US · Erste Industriestrasse 26, Hockenheim, BW 68766, DE · 1500 Paramount Pkwy, Batavia, IL 60510, US · 288 Howell Mill Rd, Waynesville, NC 28786, US