PR/119991 | Materials Planning

Imagine leading materials planning for a global jewelry company. If working closely with suppliers and managing transitions excites you, you could be the next Specialist in New Materials Transition & Supplier Management.

Strategic Planning

• Collaborate with the materials planning team to align production forecasts with purchasing strategies.

• Use data-driven forecasting to optimize inventory and shorten lead times.

• Identify risks in supply plans and design proactive solutions.

• Develop alternative sourcing strategies and contingency plans to ensure supply chain resilience.

   

Purchase Order Oversight

• Ensure accuracy in purchase orders to reduce inefficiencies and rework.

• Generate and manage orders using MRP signals, planning inputs, and demand requirements.

• Keep purchasing records precise and up to date (POs, delivery schedules, supplier confirmations).

• Provide timely updates on order progress and potential supply risks.

• Resolve and close long-standing purchase orders promptly.

• Process return orders within agreed timelines.

• Escalate issues when needed and keep management informed.

   

Supplier Collaboration

• Monitor supplier performance across delivery timelines and service quality.

• Summarize key findings in supplier performance reports.

• Offer constructive feedback to strengthen long-term supplier relationships.

• Partner with suppliers to drive continuous improvement and align with company standards.

   

Management Support

• Execute tasks and projects assigned by leadership with precision.

• Collaborate with management to advance strategic initiatives and contribute to departmental success.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain & Logistics, Business, or related field; MBA or advanced certifications preferred.

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in materials planning, procurement, sourcing, or supply management.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and guide decisions.

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Proven ability to evaluate options and provide sound recommendations.

• Strong planning and execution skills in complex, high-volume environments.

• Proficiency in ERP and procurement systems (SAP, O9, Microsoft Dynamics AX).

• Advanced Excel skills; working knowledge of Power BI.

• Ability to thrive in fast-paced settings, balancing multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

• Independent, accountable, and solution-oriented with strong stakeholder management.

• Good command in English.