Material Planner

Req ID:425169

We create smart innovations to meet the mobility challenges of today and tomorrow. We design and manufacture a complete range of transportation systems, from high-speed trains to electric buses and driverless trains, as well as infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility solutions. Joining us means joining a truly global community of more than 36 300 people dedicated to solving real-world mobility challenges and achieving international projects with sustainable local impact.

**Purpose of the Job**:
Define, communicate & manage delivery schedules (call off) to suppliers based on MRP system requirements. He/she will monitor all gaps to anticipate and treat missing parts with key suppliers, Is also responsible for all activities pertaining to the parameters review, procurement and materials planning for production.

Reports to the Project Supply Chain Lead.

Network & Links

External: Suppliers, Logistics sub-contractors

Internal: Logistics, Sourcing department, warehouse reception, Supplier Development team, Supplier Quality team (SPQD/SQA), shop floor

**Measurement**
- Procurement processes efficiency
- Procurement data reliability
- Suppliers performance: On time delivery in full (OTIF)
- Zero missing parts on the production line

**Responsibilities**:

- Communicate daily with suppliers, sharing procurement plans & challenging supplier’s commitments to mitigate against line stoppages.
- Plan the call offs in line with production needs (based on Master Production Schedule planning) and inventory strategy.
- Manage procurement plan accuracy & ensure material on time deliveries, monitor supplier performance.
- Interact with Logistics Method in parameters definition.
- Escalate in case of supplier’s major issues & work on corrective action plan with Supplier development team and buyers.
- Visit suppliers on a regular basis for relationship management purposes.
- Participate in shop floor daily meetings sharing missing parts visibility and recovery plans.
- Perform work with a constant awareness of improving processes, reducing costs where necessary.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time efficiently & to work independently.

**Requirements**:

- Recognised technical qualification (Supply Chain Management related)
- Similar experience in an industrial environment
- Advanced knowledge of Supply chain processes especially in warehouse & material flows
- ERP : SAP
- Experience with MS Office tools
- Excellent communication
- Strong negotiation skills & leadership
- Active team player, deadline driven, process driven.

**Closing date**: 06 May 2023

An agile, inclusive and responsible culture is the foundation of our company where diverse people are offered excellent opportunities to grow, learn and advance in their careers. We are committed to encouraging our employees to reach their full potential, while valuing and respecting them as individuals.

**Job Segment**:Logistics, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Manager, Procurement, Supply, Operations