Global Material Planner - Inbound/Outbound Logistics & S&OP

prado; West-Vlaanderen; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

prado is seeking a detail‑driven Material Planner to own material supply and inbound/outbound logistics across our European production floors and global distribution partners. You will translate forecasts and orders into accurate material requirements, manage the availability plan, and flag risks to ensure on-time delivery.

The role requires a Master’s or Bachelor's in a related field and 3+ years in international logistics or supply chain operations.

Qualifications

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, International Trade, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in international logistics, freight management, or supply chain operations.
• Basic knowledge of material planning concepts such as min-max, reordering points, lead time impact, safety stocks.
• Experience managing and replenishing international 3PL partners; stock visibility and service level management.
• Comfortable working across multiple entities and stakeholders in a decentralised group.

Responsibilities

• Calculate material requirements by translating forecasts, orders, BOMs, lead times, and stock levels into required component volumes.
• Own the component availability plan to ensure European sites have the right materials at the right time.
• Monitor inventory coverage and shortage risks by reviewing stock levels and supplier confirmations.
• Track and manage inbound material pipeline from supplier to European warehouse, flagging delays or shortages.
• Coordinate mitigation actions with sourcing, production, logistics, and commercial teams when risks arise.
• Support the group S&OP process with accurate material calculations and visibility.
• Optimise inbound flows by balancing urgency, freight costs, and production needs.
• Own outbound export flows from European sites to 3PLs and distribution points outside Europe.

Skills

English

Dutch

French

Supply chain

Data-driven

Education

Master's/Bachelor's in Supply Chain

Job description

prado is seeking a detail‑driven Material Planner to own material supply and inbound/outbound logistics across our European production floors and global distribution partners. You will translate forecasts and orders into accurate material requirements, manage the availability plan, and flag risks to ensure on-time delivery.

The role requires a Master’s or Bachelor's in a related field and 3+ years in international logistics or supply chain operations.