Materials Planner

Essity; Barcelona; Híbrido; EUR 38.000 - 54.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Hybrid working model

Flexible working hours

Private health insurance

Meal voucher (Gourmet Card)

Employee assistance and well-being

Descripción de la vacante

Essity is seeking a Materials Planner to connect suppliers, manufacturing sites, and production plans across Europe. You will anticipate risks, balance inventory, and make planning decisions in a dynamic environment.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in a related field, 2+ years in material planning, and experience with SAP and Excel. The role offers a hybrid work model and opportunities to influence supply chain performance.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Material Planning, Supply Planning, Production Planning, or a related supply chain function within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience working with SAP, planning tools, and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Fluent English written and spoken.

Responsabilidades

• Material Planning: Monitor and execute material plans to ensure the timely availability of raw materials required for production.
• Supplier Collaboration: Maintain regular communication with suppliers, monitor service levels, and proactively manage potential supply risks.
• Demand & Forecast Alignment: Share forecasts and planning information with suppliers to support effective supply planning and material availability.
• Order Management: Create, manage, and follow up on purchase orders and supplier call-offs to meet production requirements.
• Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels, identify shortages or excess stock risks, and support actions that balance service and working capital objectives.
• Operational Problem Solving: Investigate material shortages, delivery deviations, and planning exceptions, driving timely solutions with relevant stakeholders.
• Continuous Improvement & Data Accuracy: Support process improvement initiatives and maintain accurate planning and procurement master data.

Conocimientos

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem-solving

Educación

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management or related field

Herramientas

SAP

Microsoft Office

Excel

Descripción del empleo

Do you enjoy solving supply challenges, collaborating across teams, and turning plans into action? Apply today and join Essity.

About The Role

As a Materials Planner in our Personal Care division, you will play a key role in connecting suppliers, manufacturing sites, and production plans across Europe.

You will be responsible for anticipating risks, balancing inventory, making planning decisions, and ensuring smooth operations in a constantly changing environment.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving problems, working with data, and collaborating with different stakeholders to make things happen.

What You Will Do

• Material Planning: Monitor and execute material plans to ensure the timely availability of raw materials required for production.
• Supplier Collaboration: Maintain regular communication with suppliers, monitor service levels, and proactively manage potential supply risks.
• Demand & Forecast Alignment: Share forecasts and planning information with suppliers to support effective supply planning and material availability.
• Order Management: Create, manage, and follow up on purchase orders and supplier call-offs to meet production requirements.
• Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels, identify shortages or excess stock risks, and support actions that balance service and working capital objectives.
• Operational Problem Solving: Investigate material shortages, delivery deviations, and planning exceptions, driving timely solutions with relevant stakeholders.
• Continuous Improvement & Data Accuracy: Support process improvement initiatives and maintain accurate planning and procurement master data.

Who You Are

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Material Planning, Supply Planning, Production Planning, or a related supply chain function within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience working with SAP, planning tools, and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, with a collaborative mindset and the ability to adapt in a dynamic environment.
• Fluent English skills, both written and spoken.

What We Can Offer You

Our purpose, Breaking Barriers to Well-being, provides meaning to everything we do. Join us to improve well-being for people and drive positive change for society and the environment.

Additional Benefits

• Hybrid working model with the flexibility to combine office and remote work.
• Flexible working hours to help you balance your professional and personal life.
• Private health insurance.
• Meal voucher (Gourmet Card).
• Employee assistance and well-being programs.
• Learning and development opportunities within an international environment.
• A collaborative and inclusive culture where you can grow and make an impact.

Application End Date:

21 sept 2026

Job Requisition ID:

Essity264318