Senior Raw Material Planner

Manage purchasing transactions and verify that procurement records are accurate, complete, and compliant with established business processes. Coordinate with suppliers to confirm order details, including quantities, delivery schedules, and specifications.

Develop and maintain effective working relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders. Monitor order progress and collaborate with external partners to address supply or logistics issues as needed.

Maintain and update procurement and planning records within business systems to ensure information remains current and aligned with operational requirements. Participate in demand and supply planning reviews with relevant teams.

Monitor inventory planning settings and material requirements to support appropriate stock levels. Identify potential inventory risks, including excess or aging materials, and work with cross-functional teams to develop mitigation plans.

Review material availability and proactively address potential shortages caused by supply disruptions or delivery delays. Analyze demand forecasts and inventory trends to support replenishment decisions.

Collaborate with product development and operational teams to support the introduction of new products and materials. Assess supply-related risks and help minimize impacts to business operations.

Track and evaluate supplier performance, including delivery reliability and fulfillment effectiveness. Support supplier communications, planning activities, and periodic performance reviews.

Coordinate the resolution of material quality concerns by working with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure appropriate corrective actions are implemented.

Contribute to the continuous improvement of planning and procurement processes by identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and overall supply chain performance.

Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related discipline preferred.

Significant experience in supply planning, inventory management, procurement, or broader supply chain functions.

Experience supporting demand forecasting, production planning, capacity management, or related operational planning activities.

Strong proficiency with business productivity software, including spreadsheet, data analysis, and presentation tools.

Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems or other integrated business planning platforms is advantageous.

Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Effective communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate across functions and with external partners.

Professional proficiency in English required; additional language skills are considered a plus.