Regional Key User Sequencing/Planning Systems Americas

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 WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

• Leads the implementation of regional sequencing systems by planning and supporting roll-outs in regional plants, in collaboration with Product Owners, regional Engineering, regional IT, and plant stakeholders.

• Provides consultation and support for problem-solving by analyzing data and application issues, testing, and steering the implementation of patches in cooperation with central second-level support. Follows up on centrally addressed issues and proposes enhancements based on findings.

• Conducts gap analysis workshops and evaluates plant enhancement requests, initiating corrective actions. Creates or evaluates changes in business processes proposed by plant units, translates them into change requests (PICR), supports, and performs Business Acceptance Tests (BATs). Ensures sufficient cross-application business test cases for BATs are defined. Coaches the roll-out to regional plants.

• Monitors the usage level of sequencing systems in the region, providing coaching and following up on corrective actions.

• Develops local training manuals and trains Local Key Users, providing ongoing coaching to plant personnel.

• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
• Strong process-oriented thinking, with the ability to support and guide others.
• Analytical and planning skills, with a focus on requirements engineering and execution.
• Excellent networking and communication skills in an international environment, particularly in English.
• Work experience in tire shopfloor processes.
• Passion for state-of-the-art technology, including hardware, software, and systems, with an understanding of their integration in complex manufacturing environments.
• Follow all safety, environmental, and plant policies while supporting additional duties assigned by supervisors or management.

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 is within a climate-controlled facility

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mathematics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience using SAP or other sequencing/planning platforms
• Experience in an agile development environment (e.g., SAFe) is beneficial but not necessary.

ADDITIONAL WAYS TO STAND OUT

• 5+ years experience working in sequencing/planning platform in a manufacturing environment

 

THE PERKS

• Immediate Benefits 
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Discounts, including tire discounts
• Competitive Bonus Programs
• Employees 401k Match
• Diverse & Inclusive Work Environment
• Employee Assistance Program
• Future Growth Opportunities, including personal and professional
• And many more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader!

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

EEO-Statement:

EEO / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans, where they apply. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to [email protected] or contact US Recruiting at 800-821-2727. This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application, if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a call back.

 

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