Short Description
On behalf of our client, Tetra Pak, we are looking for candidates for the position of Material Planner.
- As part of the EMEA Integrated Supply Chain, our planning hub ensures a smooth supply of Base and Additional Materials to 11 Converting Factories across the region.
- In this role, you will manage the replenishment of Materials categories and contribute to maintaining optimal inventory levels while delivering a high standard of service to our customers.
- You will report to the Material Team Lead and work closely with suppliers, converting factories, and the global planning structure.
Description
- Maintain master data in systems and tools to ensure accurate planning.
- Place orders with suppliers, monitor order status until arrival, and keep systems updated.
- Regularly review and update safety stock levels to maintain optimal inventory.
- Monitor demand and supply deviations and take corrective actions when supply issues arise.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth material flow for production and delivery.
- Analyze KPI losses and lead or participate in improvement initiatives.
- Maintain strong cooperation with suppliers, including RFC, ordering, and delivery processes.
Requirements
- Bachelor degree
- Fluency in English both in written and verbal
- Min. 2-4 years of operational experience in the Material Planning or similar operational area
- Experience with SAP R3
- Experience working with MRP (Material Requirement Planning) tool – having worked intensively with APO-R (SAP) being a big advantage
- Knowledge in material planning process and tools, logistic flow
- Confident user of various IT tools such as MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), WebEx, Microsoft Teams
- Analytical mindset and interest to business operations
- Problem-solving skills with a can-do attitude
