Production Planner - Supply Chain & Operations
Genk, BE
Founded in 1974 in Genk, Nitto Belgium has grown into the largest production site in the EMEA region for the global Japanese Nitto Group. Today, more than 500 colleagues from diverse backgrounds work together to develop and manufacture innovative sealing materials and high‑performance industrial adhesive tapes — including double‑sided tapes and surface‑protection solutions.
Our products support a wide range of industries such as automotive, semiconductor, furniture, paper production, aerospace, and metal processing. As part of an international organization with a strong commitment to innovation, sustainability, and people, we offer an environment where every employee can contribute, grow, and make an impact.
Currently, we are hiring for Nitto Belgium NV.
Our Position
For our site in Genk, we are looking for a motivated Production Planner. Are you someone who enjoys planning, analysing and collaborating across departments? Then be sure to read on.
As a Production Planner, you ensure that customer orders are delivered on time and correctly. You strive for optimal customer satisfaction combined with minimal operational costs. You act as a link between different internal departments and bring people, planning and information together to achieve the best possible result.
In addition, you are responsible for monitoring and following up on incidents in our MRP systems (SAP and OMP). In case of issues, you ensure correct registration, consult with the relevant departments and coordinate the solution in cooperation with IT and external partners.
A Production Planner has, among others, the following responsibilities:
- Creating, following up on and adjusting an efficient production plan for multiple production lines
- Timely calling off and following up on all required materials (such as raw materials and packaging materials) to guarantee an uninterrupted production process
- Optimising the balance between customer satisfaction, cost control (e.g. scrap and changeover time) and inventory management
- Cross‑functional collaboration with Sales, Production and other Nitto entities to ensure smooth communication and a high level of service
- Monitoring inventory and order management, including timely order confirmation and processing, and ensuring accurate information for internal and external stakeholders
Your Profile
A good Production Planner recognises themselves in the following profile:
- A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant (technical) field, or several years of relevant experience in production, logistics or a similar environment
- Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration with different departments and stakeholders
- Strong in demand and supply planning, inventory management and proactively seeking continuous improvement
- Experience with MRP systems (SAP) and Excel is a strong asset
- Fluent knowledge of Dutch and English
- Healthy ambition and an affinity with people leadership
Interested to Join?
Are you ready for a new challenge? In addition to an enjoyable international working environment with great colleagues, we offer the following benefits on top of your salary:
- Meal vouchers of €10 per working day
- Group and hospitalisation insurance
- 12 ADV days + 3 Nitto leave days
- Bicycle allowance
- Many opportunities for personal and professional development
- Growing together with an organisation that focuses on efficiency, quality and innovation
At Nitto Belgium, we strive for a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can contribute their unique perspectives and talents.
Contact details
The selection procedure consists of two interview rounds and an assessment centre.
Interested in this vacancy? Apply via the online application form. Applications can be submitted until 10/07/2026.
To apply for this position, please upload your resume and show us who you are by answering our questions via the "Apply" button.
If we can do something to make the recruitment process or the job more accessible, please let us know! Contact: tuur.doumen@nitto.com.