Planning Specialist

Req ID: 138625 Remote Position: Hybrid Region: Europe Country: Romania State/Province: Oradea City: Oradea Summary We are seeking an experienced and analytical Senior Planning Specialist to oversee all operational planning activities. In this role, you will drive end-to-end demand and supply alignment, manage Master Production Schedules (MPS), and utilize advanced analytical tools—specifically W-Charts and Excess & Obsolescence (E&O) analyses—to mitigate risks and manage customer claims effectively. Detailed Description Demand Analysis & Capacity Planning: Validate incoming customer demand and build/maintain W-Charts to track demand evolution, assessing its direct impact on Manufacturing Value Add (MVA) and production capacity. Master Scheduling & Execution: Load the Master Production Schedule (MPS) in accordance with the Material Requirements Planning (MRP) schedule. Review MRP outputs, release Purchase Requisitions (PRs), and maintain the Demand & Supply (D&S) tracking file. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Lead discussions on MPS Gaps with Cross-Functional Team (CFT) leaders. Partner closely with Procurement to ensure material availability for production. E&O & Claims Management: Proactively identify, evaluate, and validate Excess & Obsolescence (E&O) risks driven by demand increases or decreases. Generate supporting W-Charts to issue formal E&O claims to customers. ERP & Master Data Maintenance: Configure and maintain Materials Management (MM) master data fields in the ERP system, ensuring a deep understanding of operational and system-wide implications. Engineering Change (EC) Management: Apply advanced knowledge of Engineering Change processes to execute Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) accurately within the schedule. Inventory Optimization & Analytics: Leverage advanced knowledge of inventory management, inventory turns, and strategic MPS loading. Execute and utilize analytical tools (e.g., Risk Reports / RR) to support decision-making. Customer Communication: Communicate short- and long-term delivery plans directly to customers, ensuring execution to plan and proactively reporting any schedule deviations. Knowledge/Skills/Competencies Advanced proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle). Advanced PC skills (Excel, data manipulation, analytical modeling). In-depth understanding of MRP/MPS logic, Inventory Turns, MM master data, and EC/ECO processes. Advanced proficiency in written and spoken English. High attention to detail and strong analytical mindset. Strong cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management skills. Physical Demands Duties of this position are performed in a normal office environment. Duties may require extended periods of sitting and sustained visual concentration on a computer monitor or on numbers and other detailed data. Repetitive manual movements (e.g., data entry, using a computer mouse, using a calculator, etc.) are frequently required. Typical Experience 4–6 years of hands-on experience in Supply Chain, Production, or Material Planning (EMS/Manufacturing experience preferred). Typical Education Bachelor's degree in related field, or consideration of an equivalent combination of education and experience. Educational requirements may vary by geography. Notes This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time. Celestica is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on any protected status (including race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran or disability status or other characteristics protected by law). At Celestica we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. Special arrangements can be made for candidates who need it throughout the hiring process. Please indicate your needs and we will work with you to meet them. COMPANY OVERVIEW: Celestica, Inc. (NYSE: CLS; TSX: CLS) is a technology leader dedicated to driving customer success and market advancements. With deep expertise in design, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and platform solutions, Celestica enables critical data center infrastructure for AI, cloud, and hybrid cloud and advances technologies in high-growth markets. With a talented team and a strategic global network, Celestica helps its customers achieve competitive advantages. Today, Celestica delivers innovative supply chain solutions globally to customers in strategic two operating and reporting segments: Advanced Technology Solutions (ATS) and Connectivity and Cloud Solutions (CC): ATS: This segment serves customers in complex, regulated and high-reliability markets such as Industrial & Smart Energy, Aerospace & Defense, Semiconductor Capital Equipment, and HealthTech. It is engineering led, with deep expertise in design, manufacturing and lifecycle solutions. CCS: This segment focuses on high-performance technology solutions and services for the data center, serving hyperscalers, digital native customers and enterprises. Celestica's Platform Solutions offering provides innovative and customizable computing, storage and networking solutions enabling AI-driven growth. Built on a legacy of trust and performance, Celestica has earned its reputation by delivering results in complex and fast-changing markets. Celestica exceeds customer expectations by identifying trends and staying ahead of the curve. Backed by comprehensive capabilities and a global network across North America, Europe and Asia, Celestica helps customers gain competitive advantage with the quality, flexibility and resiliency they need to respond quickly to shifts in demand. Guided by a bold vision to accelerate market advancements, Celestica delivers innovative solutions and technologies that turn complexity into opportunity. Anchored in teamwork and commitment, Celestica strives to be the most trusted partner to its customers and colleagues worldwide. Celestica would like to thank all applicants, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted. Celestica does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services. Job Segment: Supply Chain, Supply Chain Manager, Data Entry, Supply, Procurement, Operations, Administrative