Central Planning Manager

Liechtenstein, SchaanReference No: 10972

What's the role?

In this role you will manage the Supply and Operations planning process with main focus on Production (MPS) and Distribution Planning.

Who is Hilti?

If you’re new to the industry, you might not have heard of us. We provide leading-edge tools, technologies, software and services for the global construction sector. We have a proud heritage, built over 75 years, and a worldwide reputation for pioneering products and exceptional service.

With some 29,000 people in more than 120 countries, which we’re looking to expand, we’re a great place for you to show us your worth, step up to new challenges and grow your career.

What does the role involve?

You will act as Central Planning Manager responsible for the Supply and Operations Planning process within our Global Supply Chain. Supervise and consolidate sales/requirement planning with the objective to define doable supply plans in our production plants. Manage central availability allocation and distribution in line with tactical planning cycle (S&OP). Be accountable for root cause analysis and improvement actions. Continually improve Supply Chain performances and service to customer.

PEOPLE - 93% of our people say they’re proud to work for Hilti, thanks to the quality of our products and the way we look after our people

What do we offer?

Show us what you’re made of and we’ll offer you opportunities to move around the business – to work abroad, experience different job functions and tackle different markets. It’s a great way to find the right match for your ambitions and achieve the exciting career you’re after.

We have a very thorough people review process, unlike any we know of in any other business. We screen everyone in the company in a yearly career performance matching process. It means we can pair talent with opportunities - developing our people in their current roles or challenging them to work in new ways or in new places. It’s how we find the right fit and further our teams personally and professionally.

Additionally, we offer you a competitive salary and a wide range of benefits, these may include day care for your kids or a free in-house gym.

Why should you apply?

Apply for this exciting opportunity and get part of a dynamic and international rewarded employer

What you need is:

• University degree preferably in Supply Chain and Operations


• More than 3 years’ experience in demand and supply planning in a global company with central planning setup


• Good analytical & problem-solving ability


• SCM systems know-how most and preferable in SAP/R3, SAP/APO, BI, JDA


• Effective verbal and written communication, Fluent in English, German is a plus

“You get a unique opportunity to experience all different functions of the supply chain – and, for many people, to do it overseas. We really encourage our teams to challenge the way things are done. If you can make a process simpler, do it, show us.”

- Fabrice, Head of Global Logistics Services