Material Planning Supervisor

Yazaki North America, Inc.; Adapazarı; On-site; TRY 240,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Yazaki North America, Inc. in Sakarya, Turkey seeks a Material Planning Supervisor to oversee material orders, align with production plans, and maintain supplier agreements to ensure uninterrupted supply chain operations.

The role requires SAP-based material management, advanced Excel reporting, and fluency in Turkish and English. You will optimize lead times, coordinate logistics, monitor shortages, and drive cost-reduction initiatives while complying with KVKK regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Experience in material planning, supply chain, or production control.
• Extensive experience using SAP for material management and order processing.
• Advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.
• Proficiency in Turkish and English (written and spoken).
• Willingness to relocate to Sakarya, Sakarya Province, Turkey.

Responsibilities

• Execute and approve material orders in alignment with production plans and supplier agreements.
• Manage end-to-end order confirmations with suppliers to ensure supply chain continuity.
• Optimize supplier lead times and MOQ to balance inventory levels.
• Coordinate with logistics providers and transport companies for timely material pickups and deliveries.
• Ensure the accuracy and timely delivery of all material planning reports and outputs.
• Identify actions to enhance material cycle speed and drive cost-reduction initiatives.
• Monitor critical material status and develop robust action plans for shortages.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with other departments to ensure synchronized operational flow.
• Ensure ISMS and KVKK compliance and report security incidents as required.

Skills

Turkish/English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

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Job Family:Operational Logistics (PL)

Founded in 1929, Yazaki is a Japanese full systems supplier of wire harness, electrical, data products and solutions enabling vehicle electrification, connectivity, and autonomy integration. More than 235,000 committed and highly motivated employees in 45 countries make us one of the most successful international automotive suppliers. Join a family-owned company committed to being environmentally friendly in every aspect of its business, contributing to society, and inspiring trust. To strengthen our team, we are looking for aMaterial Planning Supervisor in our plant in [[location]].

What will you bring with you?

• Execute and approve material orders in alignment with production plans and supplier agreements
• Manage end-to-end order confirmation processes with suppliers to ensure supply chain continuity
• Optimize supplier lead times and Minimum Order Quantities (MOQ) to balance inventory levels
• Coordinate with logistics providers and transport companies for timely material pickups and deliveries
• Ensure the accuracy and timely delivery of all material planning reports and operational outputs
• Identify and implement actions to enhance material cycle speed and drive cost-reduction initiatives.
• Monitor critical material status, develop robust action plans for shortages, and ensure rigorous follow-up
• Collaborate cross-functionally with other departments to ensure synchronized operational flow
• Fully comply with Information Security Management System (ISMS) policies and support IT security activities
• Manage responsibilities regarding corrective and preventive actions within the ISMS framework
• Ensure all departmental processes are aligned with KVKK (Data Protection) regulations and company privacy statements
• Promptly report security incidents or policy violations to the relevant internal units
• Maintain high standards of discipline and adherence to company procedures
• Fulfill additional duties and projects as assigned by the supervisor to support departmental goals

What will your job be about?

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related fields
• Proven experience in material planning, supply chain, or production control (preferably in the automotive industry)
• Extensive experience in using SAP for material management and order processing
• Advanced MS Office Skills: Expert-level knowledge of Excel (for data analysis/reporting), Word, and Outlook to manage professional communications and documentation
• Proficient in Turkish and English (written and spoken)
• Strong ability to adapt to new digital tools and maintain data integrity across systems
• Currently residing in or willing to relocate to Sakarya

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