Specialist, Production Planning

Location:- MX_Tijuana_Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz 243- Job Family:- Manufacturing- Worker Type Reference:- Regular - Permanent- Pay Rate Type:- Salary- Career Level:- P3- Job ID:- R- **Description & Requirements**:**A Career at HARMAN Lifestyle**We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. As a member of HARMAN Lifestyle, you connect consumers with the power of superior sound.- Contribute your talents to high-end, esteemed brands like JBL, Mark Levinson, and Revel- Unite your passion for audio innovation with high-tech product development- Create pitch-perfect, cutting-edge technology that elevates the listening experience**About the Role**Develops and manages detailed production schedules in an electronics manufacturing environment, ensuring alignment with customer demand, inventory levels, and production capacity. Coordinates the availability of components, materials, and labor while optimizing workflows to minimize downtime and maximize throughput. Collaborates closely with engineering, procurement, quality, and operations teams to resolve scheduling conflicts, address supply chain disruptions, and maintain on-time delivery.**What You Will Do**- Plan and manage production schedules specifically for PCBA (Printed Circuit Board Assembly) operations.- Ensure alignment of schedules with customer demand, component availability, and manufacturing capacity.- Coordinate with procurement to secure electronic parts and materials on time.- Monitor SMT (Surface Mount Technology) and assembly line performance, adjusting schedules as needed.- Collaborate with engineering, quality, and logistics teams to resolve issues related to BOM changes, line balancing, and testing requirements.- Utilize ERP/MRP systems to track production progress and maintain schedule accuracy.- Analyze production data to identify trends and support continuous improvement efforts.- Work in a fast-paced electronics environment focused on precision, quality, and timely execution of complex assembly processes.- Make weekly planning orders to supplier base according to the current customer demand.- Oversee production materials planning cycles to achieve appropriate levels of inventory.- Contribute to minimizing freight and premium freight services through proper planning processes.- Implement lean manufacturing techniques related to material handling and control.- Support product changes and inventory levels to ensure mínimal obsolescence.- And other activities assigned by Sr. Materials Planner.**What You Need to Be Successful**- Engineering, International Business, Finance, or Administration Degree.- 3 to 5 years of production scheduling experience.- English 80%, Advance English level (reading and writing that allow fluid presentations).- High proficiency with SAP ERP.**Bonus Points if You Have**- Leadership.- Teamwork & Respect.- Change Orientation.- Collaboration.- Accountability.- Initiative.- Analytical.- Problem-solving skills.- APICS.- High proficiency with MS Office.- Integrity.- Innovation.- Judgment.- Result Driven.- Experience in the electronics manufacturing industry.- Experience with customer relationships.- Knowledge of inventory tasks (cycle count, audits, customer service)- Ability to work under stressful conditions.- Knowledge of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.**What Makes You Eligible**- Willingness to travel.- Willingness to work in an office.- Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.**What We Offer**- Flexible work environment, allowing for full-time remote work globally for positions that can be performed outside a HARMAN or customer location.- Access to employee discounts on world-class Harman and Samsung products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, etc.).- Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University.- Competitive wellness benefits.- Tuition reimbursement.- “Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program.- An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development.LI-DP2**You Belong Here**- HARMAN is committed to making every employee feel welcomed, valued, and empowered. No matter what role you play, we encourage you to share your ideas, voice your distinct perspective, and bring your whole self with you - all within a support-minded culture that celebrates what makes each of us unique. We also recognize that learning is a lifelong pursuit and want you to flourish. We proudly offer added opportunities for training, development, and continuing education, further empowering you to live the career you want.**About HARMAN: Where Innovation Unleashes Next-Level Technology**- Ever since the 1920s, we’ve been amplifying the sense of sound. Today, that legacy endures, with integrated technology platforms that make the w