Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from EK
Job overview
The Manager of Scheduling at EK oversees production scheduling to meet customer demands, ensuring efficient coordination across departments to maintain product flow and on-time delivery.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves supervising Production Coordinators, managing daily and weekly production reports, coordinating with sales, customers, vendors, and internal departments to adjust schedules based on capacity and demand changes, and ensuring alignment between Job Boss and Smartsheet scheduling tools.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office and manufacturing software, and strong skills in scheduling and coordination, particularly with Smartsheets and Job Boss.
Company overview
EK, also known as Emirates, is a globally renowned airline based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Operating under the Emirates Group, it is one of the largest airlines in the world, offering passenger and cargo services to over 150 destinations across six continents. The company generates revenue primarily through ticket sales, cargo operations, and premium services, leveraging its modern fleet of aircraft, including the largest number of Airbus A380s. Established in 1985, Emirates has played a pivotal role in positioning Dubai as a global aviation hub and is recognized for its luxury in-flight experiences and innovation in the aviation industry. Candidates should note its commitment to sustainability and technological advancements, which are central to its operations and future growth strategy.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your leadership skills in supervising production coordinators and coordinating cross-departmental scheduling efforts, showcasing your ability to manage complex workflows.
Emphasize your proficiency with Smartsheets, Job Boss, and other manufacturing software, as well as your experience in running and distributing production reports to maintain balanced product flow.
Demonstrate your capability to collaborate effectively with sales, logistics, purchasing, and production teams to ensure on-time delivery and adjust schedules based on capacity and inventory changes.
Apply through EK’s corporate career page and LinkedIn, and consider other reputable job boards that list EK openings to maximize your exposure.
Connect on LinkedIn with current EK employees in production, scheduling, or operations roles; start conversations by referencing recent EK projects or asking about how they manage scheduling challenges in their departments.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords like 'production scheduling,' 'Smartsheets,' 'Job Boss,' 'cross-department collaboration,' and 'on-time delivery' to pass initial screening filters.
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