Material Planner

Vertiv; Piove di Sacco; In loco; EUR 38.000 - 47.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Vertiv is seeking a Material Planner to join our team in Piove di Sacco (PD), Italy. This role involves ensuring material availability to support production continuity, managing inventory levels, and optimizing supplier performance.

The ideal candidate should have experience in material planning or supply chain roles, be proficient with MRP/ERP systems, and possess strong analytical skills. We offer a salary range from 38.000€ to 47.000€ gross per year based on a 40-hour work week.

Competenze

• Experience in material planning, supply chain, or production planning roles.
• Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems.
• Ability to manage priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Mansioni

• Manage material requirements according to production plans and demand.
• Monitor material availability and identify potential risks.
• Ensure material availability for production lines as per schedule.

Conoscenze

Material planning

Supply chain management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Formazione

Experience in material planning, supply chain, or production planning roles

Strumenti

MRP/ERP systems

Descrizione del lavoro

Who are we?

At Vertiv, we’re on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life‑changing medicines, from push notifications to generative AI. We design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected. With $6.9 billion in sales, a strong customer base and global reach spanning nearly 70 countries, we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.

Job Description

We are currently seeking a Material Planner to join our dynamic team in Piove di Sacco (PD), Italy!

Ensure material availability to support production continuity, optimizing inventory levels, supplier performance, and delivery reliability. The Material Planner manages the short/medium‑term supply plan, coordinating with suppliers and internal functions to prevent shortages and ensure customer requirements are met.

What kind of work will you be doing?

Material Planning & Supply Management

• Manage material requirements according to production plans, customer demand, and MRP signals.
• Monitor material availability and identify potential risks impacting production schedules.
• Analyze shortages, constraints, and supply gaps, defining recovery actions with suppliers and internal teams.
• Maintain accurate planning parameters and ensure data quality in ERP systems.

Supplier Management & Expediting

• Monitor supplier deliveries and ensure alignment with requested delivery dates.
• Perform proactive expediting of supplier orders within a 3‑month planning horizon.
• Ensure timely supplier deliveries through expediting activities within a 3‑month supply horizon.
• Follow up on delayed materials, elevate critical issues, and coordinate recovery plans.
• Collaborate with Purchasing and suppliers to improve delivery performance.

Production Support

• Ensure material availability for production lines according to the manufacturing schedule.
• Work closely with Production Planning, Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Logistics teams.
• Support prioritization decisions during supply constraints.
• Manage exceptions and implement mitigation actions to avoid production interruptions.

Inventory Management

• Monitor inventory levels and optimize stock according to business targets.
• Support reduction of excess and obsolete inventory.
• Balance availability needs with working capital objectives.

Continuous Improvement

• Analyze material flow performance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Contribute to process optimization projects related to planning, supplier collaboration, and supply chain performance.
• Promote standardization and best practices within the Materials organization.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Material availability / shortage performance
• Supplier On‑Time Delivery (OTD)
• Production schedule adherence
• Inventory level and inventory days
• Expedite activities and recovery effectiveness
• Supplier capacity and delivery risk management

What will make you successful?

• Experience in material planning, supply chain, or production planning roles.
• Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems.
• Ability to manage priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work with suppliers and cross‑functional teams.

Preferred Background

• Experience in manufacturing environments (ideally engineer‑to‑order / configure‑to‑order).
• Knowledge of BOM management, production flows, and supplier capacity management.
• English language proficiency.

Core Principles & Strategic Priorities

Vertiv’s Core Principles: Safety, Integrity, Respect, Teamwork, Diversity & Inclusion.

Strategic Priorities: Customer Focus, Operational Excellence, High‑Performance Culture, Innovation, Financial Strength.

Behaviors

• Own It
• Act With Urgency
• Foster a Customer‑First Mindset
• Think Big and Execute
• Lead by Example
• Drive Continuous Improvement
• Learn and Seek Out Development

The anticipated salary range for this role in the Piove di Sacco (PD), Italy locality is between 38.000€ to 47.000€ gross per year based on a 40‑hour work week. Certain roles are eligible for additional benefits. [Include only if applicable: The applicable National Collective Bargaining Agreement (CCNL) for this role is Metalmeccanico Industria.]

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to [e-mail].

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F‑1, H‑1, H‑2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.