The role involves analyzing global sales and optimizing demand planning using tools like Power BI and SAP, enhancing production efficiency through AI forecasting and collaboration.
Job Title: Data Analyst and Production Planner
Location: ZEISS House, Cambourne Business Park, Cambourne
Welcome to ZEISS.
ZEISS is an internationally leading technology company operating in the optics and optoelectronics industries. ZEISS is shaping technological progress and through its solutions is extending the horizon of the world of optics and associated areas.
ZEISS consists of four segments: Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology and Consumer Markets.About the RoleJoin a world leader in precision technology and play a key role in shaping how ZEISS delivers excellence across global production operations. As a Data Analyst and Production Planner, you’ll be at the forefront of aligning demand forecasting, production scheduling, and material logistics — ensuring seamless global coordination across our Product Centre EM.This is a highly analytical and collaborative role where your insights will directly influence production efficiency, supply chain optimisation, and strategic planning.What You’ll Do
Location: ZEISS House, Cambourne Business Park, Cambourne
Welcome to ZEISS.
ZEISS is an internationally leading technology company operating in the optics and optoelectronics industries. ZEISS is shaping technological progress and through its solutions is extending the horizon of the world of optics and associated areas.
ZEISS consists of four segments: Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology and Consumer Markets.About the RoleJoin a world leader in precision technology and play a key role in shaping how ZEISS delivers excellence across global production operations. As a Data Analyst and Production Planner, you’ll be at the forefront of aligning demand forecasting, production scheduling, and material logistics — ensuring seamless global coordination across our Product Centre EM.This is a highly analytical and collaborative role where your insights will directly influence production efficiency, supply chain optimisation, and strategic planning.What You’ll Do
- Use digital business intelligence tools (e.g. Power BI) to analyse global sales funnel data from SAP/CRM and inform material demand planning.
- Develop and apply AI-based forecasting tools to enhance data-driven decision-making.
- Collaborate with CIT and ICT teams to integrate planning requirements into hardware, network, and ERP systems.
- Partner with Product Management to gather forecasts and map market-driven demand scenarios.
- Analyse historical data to uncover trends, manage material demand risks, and prepare quarterly/monthly reports.
- Ensure material demand is aligned across global EM production plants, maintaining consistent slot planning.
- Provide insight into production flexibility and short-term adaptation to market fluctuations.
- Maintain an 18-month rolling forecast in SAP to smooth production and supply chain demands.
- Control planning steps for Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and new part numbers in SAP.
- Liaise with suppliers and internal teams to manage forecasts, materials availability, and urgent requirements.
- Support a culture of continuous improvement, compliance (ISO 9001 & 14001), and operational excellence.
- Deputise for the Production Planning and Materials Logistics Manager when required.
- Strong proficiency in Power BI, SAP, and data analytics tools
- Experience with forecasting, demand planning, or production scheduling
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
- A collaborative mindset with attention to detail
- Experience in manufacturing, engineering, or technology-driven environments (advantageous)
Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:
Abigail Hannaby, Charlotte Marriage, Kate Benyon, Natarlee Lawrence, Suya RolphTop Skills
Ai-Based Forecasting Tools
Data Analytics Tools
Power BI
SAP
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