Maintenance Planner (Facilities Administrator) - m/f/d

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We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Maintenance Planner (Facilities Administrator) - m/f/d.

Who we are:
FedEx is the largest express transportation company in the world, connecting more than 220 countries and territories. We work every moment to deliver the most important package of someone’s day. Our team of passionate people know their day-to-day work is invaluable in delivering outstanding experience to our customers. 530,000 team members strong, we are as diverse as the world we serve. We love what we do, and we do it well. Our reach is big, and so are our dreams. Join us and let's write our next chapter together.

Job Summary

The Maintenance Planner assists the Facility Maintenance Manager, Facility Maintenance Specialists and Operations Maintenance Technicians with the day-to-day operation of the maintenance department by performing specialized maintenance tasks such as completing and processing work order and purchase order forms through multiple systems, interacting with current vendors and sourcing new vendors when necessary, providing customized reports from the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), monitoring part inventory and organization including physical movement of parts, maintaining spending- and safety-related documentation in accordance to retention policies and procedures, as well as common office tasks such as filing, copying, faxing, and answering the phone.

What you will be doing:

• Complete work order forms, review and prepare for management approval, interact with technicians and vendors to resolve deficiencies through in person, phone, fax, and email communication.

• Complete contract and purchase order forms for management approval, follow up on delivery and receipt of goods and services and interact with vendors to resolve deficiencies through in person, phone, fax, and email communication.

• Oversee workflow processes, data entry and retrieval of information via reports and customized queries through the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

• Provide oversight of part inventories, including physical movement and barcoding.

• Research and investigate best pricing and quality options for goods and services based on departmental needs and criticality.

• Track spend to budget through contracting and payment ledgers.

• Maintain contract, spending, and safety related document files required and record retention policies and procedures.

• Train and orient new maintenance personnel at the domiciled location and within the region when necessary.

What do you bring with you:

• Technical or administrative apprenticeship.

• Proven experience in maintenance planning, preferably within a logistics for material handling equipment.

• Strong understanding of maintenance processes, tools, and techniques.

• Familiarity with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems).

• Proven experience of MS Office products (especially Excel and PowerPoint).

• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Ability to write clear and concise reports and documentation.

• Knowledge of safety regulations and standards.

• Good German and English language skills.

What do we offer:

• Attractive compensation package

• An employer-funded company pension plan

• Employee discounts at a variety of different companies

• Training to get you started and on-the-job learning opportunities

• Extensive learning resources to further develop your skills and knowledge

• Tuition Assistance Program (*applicable for FedEx positions with a permanent contract)

• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family in difficult life situations

• Employee reduced-rate shipping

FedEx was built on a philosophy that puts people first, one we take seriously. We are an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce in which we provide growth opportunities for all
 
Our Company
FedEx Express is one of the world's largest express transportation companies and has consistently been selected as one of the top 10 World’s Most Admired Companies by "Fortune" magazine. Every day FedEx delivers for its customers with transportation and business solutions, serving more than 220 countries and territories around the globe. We can serve this global network due to our outstanding team of FedEx team members, who are tasked with making every FedEx experience outstanding.
 
Our Philosophy
The People-Service-Profit philosophy (P-S-P) describes the principles that govern every FedEx decision, policy or activity. FedEx takes care of our people; they, in turn, deliver the impeccable service demanded by our customers, who reward us with the profitability necessary to secure our future. The essential element in making the People-Service-Profit philosophy such a positive force for the company is where we close the circle, and return these profits back into the business, and invest back in our people.
Our success in the industry is attributed to our people. Through our P-S-P philosophy, we have a work environment that encourages team members to be innovative in delivering the highest possible quality of service to our customers. We care for their well-being, and value their contributions to the company.
 
Our Culture
Our culture is important for many reasons, and we intentionally bring it to life through our behaviors, actions and activities in every part of the world. The FedEx culture and values have been a cornerstone of our success and growth since we began in the early 1970’s. While other companies can copy our systems, infrastructure and processes, our culture makes us unique and is often a differentiating factor as we compete and grow in today’s global marketplace.