Regional Production Planning Scheduler Coordinator

Continental•Sumter, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist that develops and produces sustainable, safe and convenient solutions for automotive manufacturers as well as industrial and end customers worldwide. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €19.7 billion in 2025 and currently employs around 78,000 people in 54 countries and markets. With its premium portfolio in the car, truck, bus, two-wheel and specialty tire segment, the Tires group sector stands for innovative solutions in tire technology. Intelligent products and services related to tires and the promotion of sustainability complete the product portfolio. For specialist dealers and fleet management, Tires offers digital tire monitoring and tire management systems, in addition to other services, with the aim of keeping fleets mobile and increasing their efficiency. With its tires, Continental makes a significant contribution to safe, efficient and environmentally friendly mobility. How You’ll Make an Impact Lead the implementation and adoption of standardized sequencing processes across plants through strong stakeholder engagement and targeted change initiatives. Drive continuous improvement by conducting regular process evaluations, defining strategic roadmaps, and ensuring sustainable process enhancements. Partner with plant sequencing teams, MSM, LKUs, RKUs, and cross-functional stakeholders (PO, PI, IE, PE, Production) to align on KPIs and elevate planning process maturity and efficiency. Act as a key influencer within the AM region sequencing community, fostering collaboration and contributing to the development of future standards. Own sequencing performance accountability, ensuring adherence to established standards that meet customer requirements and stakeholder expectations. Provide expert consultation and structured problem-solving support through in-depth process assessments, data analysis, and operational reviews. Guide plants through pilot and test phases, evaluating adjusted process steps and parameters to drive optimized outcomes. Develop and deliver impactful training programs, leveraging standardized documentation and enhancing learning through the Tire Campus platform with eLearning and video content. Strengthen onboarding and capability building by providing clear guidelines, training frameworks, and sequencing knowledge resources across locations. Champion knowledge sharing by building an engaged sequencing community, facilitating regional forums, and promoting best practice exchange with pathways to global adoption (e.g., PICR submissions). NOTE: May not be inclusive of all work required and may be updated as needed. THE ENVIRONMENT Safety is our highest priority and safety procedures / guidelines must be always adhered to. This includes safety wear such as steel toes, hearing protection and eye protection where required. This role takes place in a department with fluctuating temperatures and material exposure.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Information Technology, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
5+ years of experience in a tire manufacturing process-related environment or manufacturing planning or sequencing
3+ years of cross-functional and/or global project leadership experience
Strong analytical and planning skills, with the ability to interpret sequencing data and related production interfaces (production, specification, quality)
Hands-on knowledge of sequencing systems, including system architecture and production integration
Experience with Agile project management methodologies
Proficiency in structured problem-solving tools and techniques

Responsibilities

Lead the implementation and adoption of standardized sequencing processes across plants through strong stakeholder engagement and targeted change initiatives.
Drive continuous improvement by conducting regular process evaluations, defining strategic roadmaps, and ensuring sustainable process enhancements.
Partner with plant sequencing teams, MSM, LKUs, RKUs, and cross-functional stakeholders (PO, PI, IE, PE, Production) to align on KPIs and elevate planning process maturity and efficiency.
Act as a key influencer within the AM region sequencing community, fostering collaboration and contributing to the development of future standards.
Own sequencing performance accountability, ensuring adherence to established standards that meet customer requirements and stakeholder expectations.
Provide expert consultation and structured problem-solving support through in-depth process assessments, data analysis, and operational reviews.
Guide plants through pilot and test phases, evaluating adjusted process steps and parameters to drive optimized outcomes.
Develop and deliver impactful training programs, leveraging standardized documentation and enhancing learning through the Tire Campus platform with eLearning and video content.
Strengthen onboarding and capability building by providing clear guidelines, training frameworks, and sequencing knowledge resources across locations.
Champion knowledge sharing by building an engaged sequencing community, facilitating regional forums, and promoting best practice exchange with pathways to global adoption (e.g., PICR submissions).