Material Planner

Allison Transmission; Montano Lucino; On-site; EUR 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Allison Transmission in Montano Lucino (CO) Italy seeks a Material Planner to ensure timely availability of materials and components to support production plans, while maintaining optimal inventory levels and aligning with lean manufacturing principles. You will manage stock, secure supplier schedules, update MRP in SAP, and perform demand pattern analyses to meet production requirements; plus develop cost-reduction plans for freight and warehouse costs.

Travel is 0–10%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Management Engineering or related field.
• Experience with Materials Planning or Supply Chain preferred.
• Knowledge of MRP systems and SAP is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage materials stock control within lean principles.
• Guarantee material availability aligned with production planning.
• Liaise with suppliers to ensure schedules meet production needs.
• Provide inventory and supplier issue updates; analyze demand patterns.
• Create cost reduction plans for freight and warehouse costs.
• Resolve capacity issues via prioritized scheduling.
• Maintain Master Data and update MRP in SAP.
• Manage and update MRP exception messages.

Skills

MRP systems

Microsoft Excel

English fluency

Manufacturing knowledge

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in Management Engineering or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

Material Planner

Montano Lucino, 22070

Italy

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Job Description:

Primary Purpose of Role

We are searching for a Material Planner in Montano Lucino (CO)

The Material Planner is responsible for ensuring the timely availability of materials and components required to support production plans, enabling the business to meet customer demand while maintaining optimal inventory levels.

If you're looking for a role where your work truly makes a difference, this could be the right opportunity for you.

What You Will Be Responsible For

• Manage materials stock control within lean principles in line with organizational key performance indicators

• Guarantee material availability in the proper time and quantity according to the production planning

• Ensure regular liaison with suppliers to maintain effective supply and reconcile any production/materials issues regarding schedules

• Provide information on inventory levels and supplier/material issues and analyze material demand patterns to support production requirements

• Establish and create cost reduction plans for freight and warehouse costs

• Resolve capacity issues by prioritized scheduling and requests

• Maintain Master Data and update MRP settings in SAP

• Manage and update MRP exception messages

What You Will Bring

The ideal candidate will demonstrate an approach characterized by

• Ability to manage priorities and work autonomously in a dynamic environment

• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to build effective relationships across functions and departments

• Proactive, flexible and able to think quickly in a fast-paced environment

• Strong influencing, communication and negotiation skills

Education:University bachelor’s degree - Preferred Management Engineering or relevant field.

Professional background:Previous experience in Materials Planning, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related functions is preferred. Exposure in a lean manufacturing environment will be considered a plus.

Hard skills

Essential:

• Knowledge of MRP systems

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel

• Fluent in spoken and written English

• Knowledge of industrial manufacturing processes and Supply Chain principles

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines

Considered as a plus:

• Knowledge of SAP

• Experience working with OEMs

Travel

0 – 10% (Italy)

Your Impact

Ensure the efficient flow of materials across the supply chain by coordinating with Production, Procurement, Logistics and suppliers to align material availability with production requirements. Contributes to the achievement of the Plant's objectives in terms of On-Time Delivery, inventory optimization and operational efficiency, while supporting continuous improvement initiatives and driving the overall performance of the manufacturing operations.

Why Join Us?

At our company, you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact on how we attract, engage and develop talent. You'll work in a collaborative and international environment where your ideas are valued, and your professional growth is actively supported.

We offer:

• A dynamic and people-focused culture

• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development

• Exposure to diverse stakeholders and business functions

• Working arrangements that promote work-life balance

• The chance to contribute to meaningful projects for the future of our organization

• Compensation : Starting gross annual salary (RAL): starting at € 34.000, Level C3 – CCNL Metalmeccanica Industria – The total compensation package will be determined based on the candidate’s skills and professional experience.

Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We have opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.

If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran requiring assistance and/or reasonable accommodations reviewing any of the careers information, please contact us at 317-242-5000.