Manufacturing planning coordinator h/f (Tlajomulco de Zúñiga)

Location: Tlajomulco, Mexico

Responsibilities

• Support Project Development and Execution of I2M/IIM initiatives, including I2M/IIM design reviews (DR2–DR6), project verification (DR7), and plant activities such as master data, artwork, raw/packaging material availability, and timing tracking.
• Act as the internal and external information hub, serving as the key interface among Commercial stakeholders, Category, Engineering, Manufacturing, and R&D.
• Lead post‑project evaluation, communication, and execution of promotional activities within the I2M process.
• Collaborate with the site director to develop the site strategy and plant roadmap, integrating innovation/renovation plans into the 421 supply strategy.
• Partner with the Product Supply team to assess and expand capacity, and work with Engineering to build the site CAPEX budget, ensuring prioritization aligns with the annual timetable.
• Drive ongoing business simplification by integrating the site change‑management agenda, maintaining service levels, and ensuring regional/global menu card execution and manufacturing hurdle rates are met.
• Support product supply solutions to address current site supply and demand gaps.
• Coach and develop the Business Development Change Coordinators and other key stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Strong operational and manufacturing experience in the CPG industry, with expertise in TPM, 5S, LEAN, Six Sigma, safety, and GMP standards.
• Deep understanding of end‑to‑end manufacturing and business processes, including project leadership, management skills, and technical and financial aspects.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to lead tactical programs and innovate challenging setups.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, coaching, and leadership skills in a team‑based environment.
• Demonstrated analytical, problem‑solving, and team‑building abilities.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills for collaboration across all levels of the organization.

Desired Experience

• Previous experience as a Production Manager.
• 2 to 3 years of experience on production lines.
• Effective communication and team building.
• Operational discipline and influencing skills.
• Alignment with organizational objectives and adherence to established methodologies.
• Experience working in a challenging market and managing labor unions.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills within the FMCG sector.