Fluence (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader delivering intelligent energy storage and optimization software for renewables and storage. Our solutions and operational services are helping to create a more resilient grid and unlock the full potential of renewable portfolios. With gigawatts of successful implementations across nearly 50 markets, we are transforming the way we power our world for a more sustainable future. For more information, please visit fluenceenergy.com. Job Description: Staff Production Planning Analyst Individual Contributor | Professional Level Reports To: Sr. Manager, Global Production Planning ABOUT FLUENCE Fluence, a Siemens and AES company, is the global market leader in energy storage technology solutions and services. Fluence is creating a more sustainable future by combining the agility of a technology company with the expertise and vision of two respected industry leaders. ROLE OVERVIEW The Staff Production Planning Analyst is responsible for developing, maintaining, and executing global production plans across Fluence's contract manufacturing network. This role serves as the primary owner of tactical production schedules, Clear-to-Build (CTB) coverage analysis, and strategic planning models that support customer commitments and business objectives. Working closely with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Procurement, Logistics, Program Management, and contract manufacturing partners, this position ensures production plans are executable, material readiness is visible, and plan adherence is achieved. The Staff Production Planning Analyst provides actionable insights, drives planning discipline across the supply chain, and delivers executive-level reporting on production readiness, risks, constraints, and recovery plans. The role supports the global planning organization by translating demand, supply, capacity, and material availability into accurate and achievable production plans. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Tactical Production Planning • Own and maintain detailed tactical production plans across assigned manufacturing sites and contract manufacturers. • Convert customer demand, project schedules, material availability, and capacity constraints into executable production schedules. • Perform weekly planning reviews to ensure alignment between demand, supply, and manufacturing execution. • Identify production risks, schedule gaps, and capacity constraints and recommend mitigation actions. • Support production recovery planning and schedule optimization efforts when disruptions occur. Clear-to-Build (CTB) Management • Own CTB coverage reporting and readiness analysis across assigned products and manufacturing locations. • Monitor material availability, component shortages, and readiness status to ensure accurate production start commitments. • Work closely with Procurement, Supply Planning, and suppliers to resolve CTB constraints. • Drive accountability for CTB actions and maintain visibility to recovery plans and closure dates. • Improve CTB reporting accuracy, data quality, and standardization across the manufacturing network. Strategic Production Planning • Support development of monthly, quarterly, and long-range production plans. • Conduct scenario planning and capacity modeling to assess future manufacturing requirements and business risks. • Analyze forecast changes, demand variability, supplier constraints, and operational impacts. • Provide recommendations to improve planning effectiveness, capacity utilization, and schedule reliability. • Support annual planning, business reviews, and operational readiness activities. Production Plan Adherence and Performance Management • Track and report production plan adherence metrics across the manufacturing network. • Investigate schedule deviations and coordinate corrective actions with manufacturing partners. • Develop and maintain planning KPIs, dashboards, and performance reports. • Identify trends and root causes affecting plan execution and recommend process improvements. • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on planning accuracy, schedule attainment, and operational performance. Supplier and Manufacturing Partner Communication • Serve as the primary planning interface with assigned contract manufacturers and key suppliers. • Communicate production plans, schedule updates, forecast changes, and recovery actions. • Facilitate routine planning reviews with manufacturing partners to ensure alignment and execution. • Escalate risks, constraints, and schedule impacts in a timely manner. • Build strong collaborative relationships with suppliers and manufacturing partners to improve responsiveness and performance. Executive Reporting and Analytics • Prepare weekly and monthly executive reporting on production outlook, CTB status, risks, constraints, and mitigation actions. • Consolidate data from multiple systems and stakeholders into concise management reporting. • Develop clear visualizations and dashboards that support executive decision-making. • Present planning updates, key assumptions, recovery strategies, and business impacts to leadership teams. • Support ad hoc business analysis and executive requests related to production readiness and manufacturing performance. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, Manufacturing, Business, or a related field. • Typically 6-10 years of experience in production planning, supply planning, manufacturing operations, or materials management. • Experience working within a contract manufacturing environment preferred. • Strong understanding of production planning, MRP, demand planning, capacity planning, and inventory management principles. • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, ERP systems, and planning tools. • Proven analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex operational data. • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. • Experience preparing executiv