Material Planning & Logistics Lead for Mining Operations

Avesoro; Fatih; On-site; TRY 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Avesoro Resources is seeking a Material Planning Manager based in Istanbul to lead material planning, logistics, and procurement for mining operations. You will manage end-to-end supply processes, develop demand forecasts, and drive continuous improvements with cross-functional teams.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in material planning or logistics, strong MRP/ERP knowledge (SAP/Oracle), and a solid engineering background. English proficiency required; master's in supply chain is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Industrial or Mechanical preferred).
• Master's degree or professional certification in supply chain/logistics is a plus.
• Experience with mining or heavy industry supply chains is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement material planning strategies aligned with production, maintenance, logistics, and procurement plans.
• Ensure accuracy of inventory records and end-to-end material supply process from procurement to delivery.
• Review requisition quantities and coordinate with Procurement and Logistics for timely orders and shipment planning.
• Analyze on-hand stock, pending orders, goods in transit, and consumption rates to create accurate material requirement plans.
• Prepare short- and long-term material demand forecasts considering lead times and seasonal factors.
• Work with Engineering, Maintenance, Warehouse, Logistics, and Procurement to ensure materials are available on time and in right quantities.
• Monitor material usage trends, update planning parameters, and drive process improvements.
• Identify bottlenecks and risks within the supply process and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare and present weekly/monthly planning, procurement, and inventory performance reports to senior management.
• Lead and mentor the material planning and logistics team, promoting best practices.

Skills

Excel

MRP/ERP

Supply chain

Leadership

Analytics

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

Master's in Supply Chain (adv.)

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Avesoro Resources is seeking a Material Planning Manager based in Istanbul to lead material planning, logistics, and procurement for mining operations. You will manage end-to-end supply processes, develop demand forecasts, and drive continuous improvements with cross-functional teams.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in material planning or logistics, strong MRP/ERP knowledge (SAP/Oracle), and a solid engineering background. English proficiency required; master's in supply chain is a plus.