Planning Supervisor
Summary
About this role
Planning Supervisor
Location: Flexi Park, Edificio G, San Rafael, Alajuela, Costa Rica
Reports to: Supply Chain Director
Supervises: Planners I, II, and III
Summary
The Planning Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the planning team and ensuring the efficient execution of production planning activities. This role focuses on maintaining equipment availability, meeting quality standards, optimizing costs, and ensuring safety across operations. The position plays a key role in supporting critical areas to maintain continuity in the production chain and coordinating engineering projects.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Logistics, or related fields.
Postgraduate studies in Operations Management or Supply Chain (preferred).
Minimum 5 years of experience in production and materials planning, preferably in the medical device industry or highly regulated sectors.
Proven experience in demand management, capacity planning, and inventory control.
Participation in continuous improvement projects and cost optimization initiatives.
Experience implementing ERP/MRP systems and managing international production transitions.
Advanced knowledge of planning tools (MRP, ERP, SAP, Oracle, etc.).
Strong data analysis skills, demand forecasting, and KPI management.
Familiarity with international quality standards and regulations (ISO 13485, FDA).
Advanced Excel skills; Power BI experience is a plus.
Advanced English (required for interaction with international plants and suppliers).
Responsibilities
Supervise planning personnel and ensure effective team performance.
Coordinate and execute planning activities, including root cause analysis for production issues.
Ensure production equipment availability while maintaining required quality, cost efficiency, and safety standards.
Manage planning programs to meet quality and safety standards.
Coordinate and monitor installation processes for engineering projects.
Prioritize critical areas to maintain production continuity.
Keep planning records updated and accurate.
Ensure compliance with industrial safety standards and maintain order and cleanliness in assigned areas.
Execute activities defined in action plans to achieve objectives efficiently.
Comply with established performance standards and procedures to ensure work quality.
About ATL Medical
ATL Medical is a leading company in the medical device industry, committed to innovation, quality, and excellence. We focus on delivering high-performance solutions that improve lives worldwide. Our operations adhere to the highest international standards, ensuring safety, compliance, and continuous improvement in all processes.
What you'll do
- The Planning Supervisor oversees the planning team and ensures efficient execution of production planning activities. This includes managing planning programs, coordinating engineering projects, and maintaining production continuity.
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