Material Planner: Optimize Supply & Production Flow

SAPA - Superior Automotive Parts and Application; Asti; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive parts manufacturer in Asti, Piedmont is seeking a Material Planner to oversee supply components essential for production. The role requires strong negotiation and problem-solving abilities, along with teamwork to ensure stock levels meet production needs while minimizing costs. Previous experience in a similar role is required. Join a dynamic team and contribute to enhancing logistics and supply chain processes.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage supply flows and ensure resource balance.
• Experience in negotiating with suppliers and managing orders.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Monitor global supply flow of components to meet customer needs.
• Ensure component availability for production through effective MRP.
• Check and manage supplier orders regularly.
• Conduct cyclical inventories and participate in quarterly and annual planning.
• Monitor component management costs and propose reductions.
• Manage stock value within fixed targets.
• Organize end-of-life phases for components appropriately.
• Evaluate improvements to logistics contracts with suppliers.
• Assist logistics manager in enhancing internal logistics flows.

Skills

Interpersonal and negotiation skills

Previous experience in the role

Team working

Problem solving

Job description

A leading automotive parts manufacturer in Asti, Piedmont is seeking a Material Planner to oversee supply components essential for production. The role requires strong negotiation and problem-solving abilities, along with teamwork to ensure stock levels meet production needs while minimizing costs. Previous experience in a similar role is required. Join a dynamic team and contribute to enhancing logistics and supply chain processes.