Hermès Production Planner
- Location
- PantinÎle-de-FranceFrance
- Employment
- Contract
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Department
- Supply Chain, Logistics & Inventory
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jun 29, 2026
About Hermès
This prestigious fashion house, renowned for its timeless elegance and innovative designs, is a part of a leading global luxury conglomerate. The brand is committed to excellence and offers a dynamic environment where creativity and business acumen are equally valued.
Hermès hiring Production Planner in Pantin, France. Fixed-term role managing manufacturing schedules for leather goods across multiple sites.
Role & Responsibilities
- Manage short-term production horizons (8–12 weeks) and ensure reliable, compliant scheduling across assigned manufacturing sites
- Analyze medium-term production compliance forecasts (3–6 months) and escalate risks to planning leadership and procurement teams
- Develop alternative scenarios for production adjustments during capacity alerts, considering product mix optimization and inter-site compensation
- Serve as the primary liaison between production sites and central departments including procurement, materials, partner manufacturers, technical, and quality functions
- Monitor and communicate weekly and monthly delivery performance indicators to ensure adherence to production plans
- Prioritize manufacturing workloads based on business priorities defined by planning leadership, monthly site reviews, new product releases, client events, and inventory adjustments
- Conduct in-depth analysis of charge, capacity, and performance data to identify variances, anticipate deviations, and propose structured action plans for production reliability optimization
- Maintain critical awareness of planning processes and drive continuous improvement to adapt to evolving business requirements
Qualifications
- Engineering degree or equivalent higher education qualification with successful early-career experience
- Rigorous attention to detail with demonstrated ability to establish reliable data and processes
- Advanced analytical skills with competence in interpreting complex datasets, identifying gaps, and formulating operational recommendations
- Client-focused mindset with strong service orientation
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building capabilities
- Collaborative spirit and appetite for cross-functional teamwork
- Curious, responsive, and adaptable mindset
- Proficiency with ERP systems, Power BI, and advanced Excel expertise
Skills
Experience
"First successful professional experience in production planning, supply chain management, or related operational functions preferred. Familiarity with manufacturing environments and production scheduling methodologies is advantageous. Prior exposure to fashion or luxury goods manufacturing is desirable but not required.",
Education
Engineering degree or equivalent higher education qualification
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Pantin, Île-de-France, France, with easy access to Paris.
Culture
The company fosters a collaborative and innovative culture, encouraging employees to push the boundaries of creativity while maintaining a strong commitment to sustainability and ethical practices.
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