About BAE Systems Bofors
BAE Systems Bofors is a high-tech company with world-leading expertise in advanced ammunition and weapon systems.
We develop, produce, and deliver solutions that strengthen the defense capabilities for Sweden and our international partner countries. Here, we work at the cutting edge of technology – with innovation, security, and quality as our guiding principles.
Our operations span Sweden's entire defense policy security belt, and we are over 650 employees located in Karlskoga, Karlstad, and Örebro. As part of BAE Systems, Europe's largest defense industry group with over 100,000 employees globally, we combine local experience with international leadership and access to world-leading technology.
About the Position
As a planner in main planning, you will become a key person in our production chain. You are responsible for creating conditions for efficient flows and secure delivery, from production order to finished product. The role involves working closely with assemblers, project managers, and purchasers to ensure that the right materials, resources, and information are in place at the right time. The experience level varies, and you will meet colleagues at the beginning of their career, as well as specialists with many years of experience and deep technical expertise.
You will work in an environment with multiple parallel projects, where each order is unique. Through clear planning, follow-up, and dialogue, you contribute to delivering our products on time, with the right quality, and according to customer requirements.
"As a planner, you have a central role in connecting the entire production chain. You are the link between plan, reality, and delivery, ensuring everything runs smoothly."
In the role, you will, among other things:
- Create and manage production orders.
- Plan and follow up production flows in close collaboration with assembly, purchasing, and project management.
- Coordinate material availability and picking before assembly start.
- Identify and manage potential deviations or risks in planning.
- Contribute to improving planning processes and work methods.
You work in a team where experience ranges from recent graduates to senior specialists, and where collaboration and knowledge exchange are a natural part of everyday life.
Who Are You?
We are looking for someone with experience in industrial production planning, preferably in a project-intensive environment. You are structured, meticulous, and have the ability to see the big picture in complex flows. Your communication skills make it easy for you to collaborate with different functions and build trust in the organization.
We prefer that you have:
- Experience in production or material planning.
- Post-secondary technical education or equivalent experience.
- Familiarity with MRP systems, preferably SAP.
- Good skills in Swedish and English, both verbally and in writing.
- Proficiency in the Office package.
Why BAE Systems Bofors?
Here, you will work in a technology-intensive and international environment where you have the opportunity to grow and develop. You become part of a knowledgeable and committed team where planning, collaboration, and precision are at the center.
We offer a stimulating work environment focused on personal and professional development. You will receive a thorough introduction and access to mentor support. We value life balance and offer generous flex times, wellness allowances, stock programs, corporate healthcare, and social activities.
With us, professionalism and community meet – we see and support each other and build the defense systems of the future together.
Additional Information
The position may involve work subject to defense secrecy, which is why we require Swedish citizenship and security clearance approved by an authority. Great importance will be placed on personal characteristics in this recruitment.
If you have questions about the position, please contact recruitment consultant Axel Johansson at AxÖ Consulting; 0733-832885 or
[email protected]
Location: Karlskoga.
Union Contact Persons:
Felix Brandt, Unionen 0586–733473
Ann-Kristin Derring, Akademikerna 0586–733748
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