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Mercedes-Benz in the UK · 1 week ago

Program Planning & Production Control Specialist (Inspire International Trainee Program)

United States of America-Alabama -VanceWork Locations

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

0+ years exp

Mercedes-Benz is committed to building exceptional vehicles and careers, and they are seeking a Program Planning & Production Control Specialist as part of their Inspire International Trainee Program. This role involves supporting production control through data-driven processes and contributing to digitalization initiatives in the manufacturing of premium SUVs.

AutomotiveManufacturingSales Automation

Responsibilities

Support the Production Control & Steering (PCS) team in developing, maintaining, and analyzing operational production plans aligned with plant programs

Contribute to ensuring efficient production flows across body, paint, assembly, and automated storage systems, including inventory and model mix considerations

Lead in monitoring production performance, identifying deviations, and supporting root-cause analyses and improvement initiatives in close collaboration with operations, engineering, maintenance, IT, and planning teams

Actively drive to digitalization, data analytics, and AI-driven initiatives within production control and plant steering

Foster the development and enhancement of business intelligence dashboards, automation solutions, and data-driven decision-support tools based on operational, efficiency, and quality-related KPIs

Analyze large datasets from manufacturing and supply chain processes to improve transparency, predict risks, and support proactive plant steering

Work closely with cross-functional and international stakeholders from Operations, Supply Chain Management, IT, and Marketing & Sales

Support international project teams in coordinating activities, preparing analyses, and documenting processes and results

Contribute to structured project execution, including task tracking, milestone follow-up, and preparation of management-ready presentations and reports

Continuously build in-depth knowledge of Mercedes-Benz manufacturing, program planning, and supply chain processes

Proactively identify opportunities for process improvements, digital solutions, and automation use cases, and contribute innovative ideas to ongoing business challenges

Actively engage in training measures, mentoring sessions, and international assignments to support personal and professional development throughout the trainee program

Coordinate future projects and new processes at Plant Tuscaloosa to ensure the alignment with PCS standards during phase roll-outs and optimizations

Engage with central supply chain groups for simulations that drive optimization in production strategies and model year transitions

Enhance operational planning, inventory management, and systemic integration for clean and efficient process continuity

Support cross-functional roles in improving PCS functionalities, foster digitalization and develop new digital dashboards and KPIs

Qualification

Data ScienceData AnalyticsProduction PlanningMicrosoft OfficeProject ManagementSocial ResponsibilityAnalytical AbilitiesDigital TechnologiesEnglish (C1)German (A2)Cross-functional CollaborationCommunication SkillsTeamwork Skills

Required

M.B.A., Master's, or Doctorate degree in Data Science, Engineering, Economics, Information Technology, or in a related area

A maximum of three (3) years' of relevant professional experience in the following area(s): Logistics / Supply Chain Management, data analytics, data science, production / assembly planning, project management, preferably with OEM, tier-1 supplier, consulting or other multinational company with focus on digitalization and business intelligence

Ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional and interdisciplinary teams

Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at both peer and top management levels

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint & Power BI, AI-relevant applications & prompts, Microsoft Azure, Python (of advantage)

Strong affinity for digital technologies and enthusiasm for future trends in digitalization, process automation & AI

We value applicants who show a strong sense of social responsibility

Excellent English skills (C1), proficiency in German (A2) is of advantage

You are eager to shape the transformation at Mercedes-Benz and take responsibility

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, coupled with exceptional analytical abilities

You demonstrate strong teamwork skills who motivates others to achieve their goals