Materials Planner (Temporary)

Beiersdorf Group; Argentona; On-site; EUR 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Beiersdorf is seeking a proactive Materials Planner to join its team in Argentona, Spain. You will ensure material availability, support production continuity and optimize inventory to sustain a reliable supply chain.

You should have a university degree in a related field and at least 2 years of experience, with strong analytical skills and proficiency in SAP and advanced Excel to drive efficiency and collaboration across Procurement, Production, and Logistics.

Qualifications

• University degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and advanced Excel.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the availability of raw materials and components in line with production plans while optimizing inventory levels.
• Coordinate with Procurement, Production, and Logistics teams to manage materials and resolve supply issues.
• Analyze demand forecasts and plan deliveries to ensure smooth operations.
• Monitor supplier performance and lead times, propose process improvements to reduce costs.
• Support the implementation of tools and systems to enhance planning processes and continuous improvement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

ERP SAP

Advanced Excel

Education

University degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

SAP

Job description

Your Tasks

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Materials Planner to join our team. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring the availability of materials, supporting production continuity and contributing to an efficient and reliable supply chain operation.

• Ensure the availability of raw materials and components in line with production plans while optimizing inventory levels.
• Coordinate with Procurement, Production, and Logistics teams to manage materials and resolve supply issues.
• Analyze demand forecasts and plan deliveries to ensure smooth operations.
• Monitor suppliers and delivery lead times, proposing process improvements to drive cost efficiency.
• Support the implementation of tools and systems aimed at enhancing planning processes and continuous improvement.

Your Profile

• Education: University degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar role, preferably within the healthcare or medical devices sector.
• Skills:
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to adapt to dynamic environments.
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills, with a collaborative mindset.
  • Experience working with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and advanced Excel skills.

At Beiersdorf, we want to help people feel good about their skin – and our commitment goes far beyond caring for skin. For 140 years, we have developed innovative skin and body care products for well-known brands such as NIVEA, Eucerin, La Prairie, Hansaplast, and Labello. We act according to our purpose, WE CARE BEYOND SKIN, and take responsibility for our consumers, our employees, the environment and society.

Behind every brand, every product and every accomplishment are our more than 20,000 employees. It is for them that we live an inclusive culture of respect and trust that is strongly aligned with our values – CARE, COURAGE, SIMPLICITY and TRUST. We also embrace diversity by valuing the uniqueness of each individual and being committed to equal opportunities for all.

Additional information

If you are looking to join an international, innovative and people-focused company, we invite you to join our team in Argentona.