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It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.

Who are we?

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.

Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more!

Who will you be working with?

Our best-in-class supply chain team combines knowledge of customers’ needs with deep domain expertise and tenured experience to deliver our products.

How will you make a difference?

As a member of the supply chain team, you will be responsible to plan production.

What do we want to know about you?

• 5 years experience in related field in Manufacturing environment, 3+ years on planning & scheduling in multi-national company; experience in material planning or procurement would be a plus
• Fluent English in spoken & written;
• Familiar with ERP system
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office
• Team play, can work under pressure
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

What will your typical day look like?

• Perform standard planning activities to ensure the timely and accurate supply of the material for manufacturing.
• To analyze sales forecast and actual sales order; communicate with sales team on order status and demand forecast to improve production planning effectiveness
• Schedule weekly/monthly production planning to relation department and monitor performance against plan,
• Communicate closely with Sales, Purchasing, and Production & Customer Service teams to ensure proper production schedule to meet delivery deadlines.
• Plan and maintain proper levels of material to support the production schedule execute the master schedule and coordinate the introduction of new products within the factory. Schedule load centers to achieve optimal levels of customer service, inventory and asset utilization.
• Analyze MRP report and take appropriate action. Write and release shop orders/purchase requisitions on a timely basis to achieve the production plan.
• Provide/confirm schedule-shipping dates to customer service. Must execute plan to make prior commitments.
• Actively involved in cost and lead-time reduction, alternate sources, documentation, and communication to achieve targeted introductions.
• Analyze on a continuous basis product lead time, lot size and safety stock levels.
• Communicate and cooperate with Production Lines, Warehouse for materials status review and maintain accuracy of system data.

 Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity:

Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.   

To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.

We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles… People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

Additional Information

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.
 

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

Need accommodation? Just let us know - we’ve got you.