Description Are you a professional seeking a new challenge in a dynamic and fast developing business? By joining us in Amberg, Germany as Production Planner (m/w/d), you will become part of Afag, the leading specialist in high-quality automation components, solutions, and services in the fields of feeding, handling, and transporting, belonging to Emerson’s Discreet Automation Group. We create products used across all manufacturing industries, from automotive and consumer goods to food, machinery, medical, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and even the watch industry. This role focuses on selecting and optimizing production processes, detailed planning of materials, costs, and logistics, and designing efficient production. Ideal candidates are technical business economists, technicians with experience in commercial processes, master craftsmen, or skilled workers with extensive experience in scheduling and planning. Let's Go, together We offer a dynamic environment where individual contributions and inventions are valued and provide opportunities for training and self-development. Please note we follow a process of continuous selection and will close the vacancy as soon as we find the right candidate, so do not delay submitting the application. In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be: Detailed planning of materials, costs and working environment. Responsibility for compliance with standards in automation-oriented and economical product design. Development and evaluation of production/assembly concepts. Performing material flow analyses. Design of workplaces and processes, taking into account rationalization potentials. Monitoring of delivery dates. Who You Are: You actively listen and check for understanding, and you adjust communication content and style to meet the needs of diverse stakeholders, tackling difficult issues with optimism and confidence. You think about the whole system, separating and combining tasks into efficient and simple workflows and then creating and implementing plans that allocate resources precisely. You create teamwork, allowing others across the organization to achieve shared objectives, fostering collaboration and ensuring that everyone works together towards common goals. For This Role, You Will Need: Commercial or technical degree, or equivalent experience Strong background in commercial processes with extensive experience in scheduling and planning Experience working with suppliers Confidence with standard MS Office tools Proficiency in English and German language Willingness to work flexible hours Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart: Matrix organization experience Experience in industrial discreet automation environment ; with a good knowledge of technical products and understanding of similar industries (e.g. automotive, food, medical, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics or similar) Proficiency in IT systems, including SAP and SolidWorks. Our Culture & Commitment to You At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.