Material Planner Finished Goods Analyst

Sonova AG; Warszawa; Hybrid; PLN 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonova's European Distribution Center seeks a Material Planner Finished Goods Analyst to secure product availability and optimize replenishment across markets. You will manage forecasts, safety stock, and inventory turns, using SAP and Excel to drive on-time delivery and cost efficiency.

The role requires a university degree in logistics and at least five years in supply planning, with strong analytical skills and English proficiency.

Qualifications

• University degree in Logistics, Economics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in Supply Chain and/or Supply Planning with solid planning knowledge.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and SAP/R3 MM module.

Responsibilities

• Ensure product availability across markets served by the Distribution Center.
• Own daily replenishment and back-order management, identify supply risks and take corrective actions.
• Manage demand forecasts, inventory turns and safety stock for launches and running products.
• Perform daily material and supply planning in SAP including MRP parameters and replenishment orders.
• Collaborate with plants, suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve supply and order issues.

Skills

Forecasting

Data analysis

English fluency

Strong communication

Analytical mindset

Education

University degree in Logistics

Tools

SAP MM

Excel

Job description

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At Sonova, we envision a world where everyone can enjoy the delight of hearing. This vision inspires us and fuels our commitment to developing innovative solutions that improve hearing health and human connection - from personal audio devices and wireless communication systems to hearing aids and cochlear implants. We're dedicated to providing outstanding customer experiences through our global audiological care services, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to engage fully with the world around them.

Here you’ll find a diverse range of opportunities that span both consumer and medical solutions and the freedom to shape your career while making an impact on the lives of others. Join us in our mission to create a more connected world, where every voice is heard and every story matters.

Material Planner Finished Goods Analyst

As Material Planner Finished Goods Analyst and part of the European Distribution Center Material Planning team, you will play a key role in ensuring the right products are available at the right time. You will manage replenishment, inventory and supply planning activities, using SAP and your analytical expertise to anticipate supply risks, optimize stock levels and maintain strong delivery performance.

More about the role :

• Ensure product availability and delivery capability across the markets supplied by the Distribution Center, in line with defined targets.
• Own the daily replenishment and back-order management process, proactively identifying supply risks and driving corrective actions while balancing service levels and inventory costs.
• Manage demand forecasts, inventory turns and safety stock for new launches, running products and phase-out products.
• Perform daily material and supply planning in SAP, including maintaining MRP parameters, safety stock levels, material master data, and creating and tracking replenishment orders.
• Partner with plants, suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve supply, quality and order-related issues and optimize delivery performance.
• Coordinate changes to supply plans, including reprogramming and order adjustments, while supporting efficient freight and inventory management.
• Collaborate with headquarters on projects and continuous improvements to strengthen supply planning and operational performance.

More about you :

• University degree in Logistics, Economics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in Supply Chain and/or Supply Planning, with a solid understanding of planning processes and business priorities.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, combined with practical experience using SAP/R3, especially the MM module.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work confidently with data and translate insights into effective actions.
• A strong sense of urgency and accountability, with the drive and adaptability to deliver against challenging targets in a dynamic environment.
• Fluent English, with strong communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
• A confident and resilient mindset, able to adapt to changing priorities, take ownership and maintain focus on results.

Nice to have :

• Experience with o9 Solutions or another demand planning tool
• APICS certification or a comparable qualification
• Previous industry experience in a relevant environment
• Basic knowledge of SAP BW (Business Warehouse)
• Additional language skills, particularly German

More about what we offer :

As one of the world’s leading hearing care providers headquartered in Switzerland, we’re committed to building an inclusive culture. We want to create an environment where you can balance a successful career with your commitments and interests outside of work, through our flexible hybrid working model. We offer a wide range of training opportunities for both your professional and personal development, and there are exceptional growth opportunities with individual development plans.

Sonova is an equal opportunity employer.

We team up. We grow talent. We collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds to win with the best team in the market place. We guarantee every person equal treatment in regard to employment and opportunity for employment, regardless of a candidate’s ethnic or national origin, religion, sexual orientation or marital status, gender, genetic identity, age, disability or any other legally protected status.

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