Supply Chain Planning & Purchasing Manager

The Nuance Group AG; Fatih; On-site; TRY 1,399,253 - 2,332,089; Full time

Job summary

The Nuance Group AG is looking for a Supply Chain Planning & Purchasing Manager to oversee the planning and ordering cycle at İstanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport. The successful candidate will manage supplier purchasing activities and ensure accurate forecasting to meet operational needs.

With a minimum of 5 years’ experience in supply & demand planning, strong negotiation skills, and excellent command of English, this role requires proficiency in SAP and MS Office. The position offers a dynamic working environment with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in Supply & Demand Planning, Purchasing or Forecasting.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Experience working with international suppliers (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Manage the planning and ordering process; execute the weekly replenishment cycle.
• Ensure accuracy of replenishment system data.
• Monitor stock levels and take corrective actions.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

SAP knowledge

English proficiency

Microsoft Excel

Collaboration

Education

University degree in a relevant field

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Supply Chain Planning & Purchasing Manager

Country: TR

Job Type: Indefinite

Location: İstanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport

Purpose of the role

To manage the weekly ordering cycle, optimize replenishment parameters, ensure accurate forecasting, maintain healthy inventory levels, and lead supplier purchasing activities to support the country’s operational and commercial needs.

Responsibilities

• Manage the planning and ordering process; execute the weekly replenishment cycle.
• Ensure accuracy of replenishment system data (on‑hand, in‑transit, open orders, sales).
• Calculate replenishment needs; generate and approve purchase orders.
• Monitor stock levels, in‑transit inventory and forecast accuracy; take corrective actions.
• Track key KPIs (Line Fill Rate, Lead Time) and drive improvement measures.
• Coordinate with Supply Chain and vendors on order quantities, timing and pricing.
• Lead supplier communication, share forecasts & KPIs, and review performance.
• Manage liquidation plans and discontinued items.
• Improve planning tools and ensure adherence to logistics processes and guidelines.
• Prepare analytical reports and support category coordination meetings.

Key qualifications

• University degree in a relevant field.
• Excellent command of English (spoken & written).
• Minimum 5 years experience in Supply & Demand Planning, Purchasing or Forecasting.
• Strong SAP knowledge — essential for this role.
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills with high attention to detail.
• Highly organized; able to manage multiple priorities efficiently.
• Proficient in MS Office (especially Excel & PowerPoint).
• Experience working with international suppliers (preferred).
• Collaborative team player with a proactive and solution‑oriented mindset.