Master Planner -100%- (m/w/d)

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Bettlach, Solothurn, CHE
In-Office
Senior level
Hardware
The Role
Owns the Master Production Schedule across daily planning, weekly performance management, and monthly S&OP cycles. The role aligns customer demand, supply, inventory, and manufacturing capacity; validates SAP planning data; performs capacity and demand-supply analysis; leads planning meetings and customer reviews; resolves schedule issues; and drives continuous improvement. The Master Planner also mentors Production Planners and serves as the workcell planning subject matter expert.
Summary Generated by Built In
At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.

 

Job Summary

The Master Planner owns the Master Production Schedule (MPS) for the assigned workcell(s) and ensures seamless alignment between customer demand, supply, and manufacturing capacity. The role combines daily operational planning, weekly performance control, and monthly S&OP processes. Acting as the planning subject matter expert, the Master Planner drives 100% on-time delivery, accurate forecasting, and continuous improvement while mentoring Production Planners.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Planning (Daily)

  • Conduct daily planning meetings to align production priorities.

  • Review and validate Work Orders (WO) for completeness and accuracy.

  • Monitor and update MPS trackers; secure build readiness (valid PO, BOM, routing, materials).

  • Prepare and consolidate inputs for CAC (MPSA, revenue, backlog).

  • Ensure quick resolution of issues impacting production schedules.

Performance Management (Weekly)

  • Analyze MPS performance, schedule attainment, and aged inventory.

  • Lead weekly MPS Alignment meetings and communicate outcomes to management.

  • Conduct intercompany analysis and PO reviews to avoid supply disruptions.

  • Prepare and host customer meetings and action follow-ups.

  • Track inventory violations, conduct root cause analysis, and drive corrective actions with Supply Chain.

Strategic & S&OP Cycle (Monthly)

  • Execute Rough Cut Capacity Planning (RCCP) in RapidResponse and communicate constraints.

  • Lead monthly Demand Handover and Site Alignment meetings.

  • Support S&OP cycle preparation: slide creation, KPI validation, MPS validation.

  • Represent the workcell in internal S&OP reviews and customer S&OP sessions.

  • Align with Finance on CWA creation, reporting, and submission.

  • Ensure MPS is loaded and validated in SAP with full accuracy.

  • Conduct monthly bridge analysis and reviews to track demand-supply gaps.

Leadership & Continuous Improvement

  • Act as the subject matter expert for all planning activities in the workcell.

  • Mentor and coach production planners, ensuring robust planning standards.

  • Drive process improvements in planning accuracy, reporting, and system usage (SAP, RapidResponse, Power BI).

  • Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

YOU WILL REPORT TO:

Planning Supervisor

WHAT YOU BRING:
  • Education: Degree in Supply Chain Operations, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
  • Experience: Min of 5+ years of experience in a similiar role
  • Certifications: APICS CPIM or similar planning-related qualifications are an advantage.
  • Systems Knowledge: Experience with SAP, Kinaxis RapidResponse, and Microsoft 365 applications.
  • Competencies: Strong analytical thinking, excellent communication skills, and a proactive working style.
WHAT WE OFFER:
  • A responsible and diverse role within a global company.
  • Progressive employment conditions with long-term career prospects.
  • A high level of autonomy and independent work.
  • A supportive environment for creative thinking and continuous learning in the workplace.
  • Bonus program, additional vacation days, and many other benefits.

Learn more about JABIL Switzerland.

We look forward to receiving your complete application online!

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Important Notice for Applicants

If you apply for a position at Jabil, communication will only take place through:

  • Our official job portal using a jabil.com email address,
  • A direct phone call from a member of the Jabil team, or
  • A direct email sent from a jabil.com email address.

Jabil does not request payment for interviews or at any point during the hiring process. Jabil will never ask for personal identification information such as your social security number, birth certificate, bank account details, driver's license number, or passport information via phone or email.

If you believe you have been the victim of identity theft, please contact your local police department.

 


BE AWARE OF FRAUD: When applying for a job at Jabil you will be contacted via correspondence through our official job portal with a jabil.com e-mail address; direct phone call from a member of the Jabil team; or direct e-mail with a jabil.com e-mail address. Jabil does not request payments for interviews or at any other point during the hiring process. Jabil will not ask for your personal identifying information such as a social security number, birth certificate, financial institution, driver’s license number or passport information over the phone or via e-mail. If you believe you are a victim of identity theft, contact your local police department. Any scam job listings should be reported to whatever website it was posted in.

Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

Accessibility Accommodation  

If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Jabil.com/Careers site as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by sending an e-mail to [email protected] with the nature of your request and contact information. Please do not direct any other general employment related questions to this e-mail. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.

 

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Skills Required

  • Degree in Supply Chain Operations, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
  • At least 5 years of experience in a similar planning role
  • Experience with SAP
  • Experience with Kinaxis RapidResponse
  • Experience with Microsoft 365 applications
  • Strong analytical thinking
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Proactive working style
  • APICS CPIM or similar planning-related qualification

Jabil Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Jabil and has not been reviewed or approved by Jabil.

  • Healthcare Strength Healthcare coverage is positioned as comprehensive, with medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, and HRA/HSA plan options appearing consistently across role materials. Wellbeing support is also included via EAP access and additional wellbeing-oriented time such as mental-health days in some U.S. postings.
  • Retirement Support Retirement offerings include a 401(k) with company match and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, which together strengthen long-term savings potential. Additional financial upside is supported in some roles through profit sharing and performance/quarterly bonus structures.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits Wellbeing and lifestyle add-ons extend beyond core insurance, including tuition reimbursement, commuter benefits, pet insurance, adoption assistance, and employee assistance resources. Community-oriented benefits such as a paid Day of Service can add perceived non-cash value alongside standard rewards.

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The Company
HQ: St. Petersburg, FL
41,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1966

What We Do

Jabil is a product solutions company providing comprehensive design, manufacturing, supply chain and product management services.

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