Barcelona Global Materials Planning Lead

Essity; España; Hybrid; PHP 2,905,000 - 4,067,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health insurance

Meal voucher

Employee assistance

Well-being programs

Learning & development

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Essity está buscando un/a Planificador/a de Materiales en Barcelona para conectar proveedores, sitios de fabricación y planes de producción en Europa. Liderarás la planificación de materiales, la colaboración con proveedores y la gestión de inventarios para asegurar la disponibilidad oportuna.

Se valorará experiencia con SAP y Excel, y habilidades analíticas y comunicativas. Se ofrece un modelo híbrido y oportunidades de desarrollo en un entorno internacional.

Qualifications

• Título universitario en campo relacionado (cadenas de suministro, administración, ingeniería)
• Experiencia mínima de 2 años en planificación de materiales o función similar en manufactura
• Experiencia con SAP y herramientas de planificación, y dominio de Excel
• Nivel fluido de inglés, tanto escrito como hablado

Responsibilities

• Monitorear y ejecutar planes de materiales para garantizar la disponibilidad oportuna de materiales en producción.
• Mantener comunicación regular con proveedores, supervisar niveles de servicio y gestionar riesgos de suministro.
• Compartir previsiones e información de planificación con proveedores para apoyar la planificación de materiales.
• Crear, gestionar y hacer seguimiento de órdenes de compra y llamadas a proveedores para cumplir requisitos de producción.
• Monitorear niveles de inventario y balancear servicio y capital de trabajo.
• Investigar desabastecimientos, desviaciones de entrega y excepciones de planificación para soluciones oportunas.
• Apoyar iniciativas de mejora continua y mantener datos maestros de planificación y compras precisos.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related

Tools

SAP

Planning tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Descripción del trabajo

Full timeHybridBarcelona, Spain Materials PlannerDo you enjoy solving supply challenges, collaborating across teams, and turning plans into action? About the RoleAs 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:06 sept 2026