Material Planner

Robert Bosch Group; Albion (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

The Material Planner at Robert Bosch Group will manage procurement of raw materials, inbound goods, and supplier contracts, ensuring optimal stock levels and timely deliveries. You will coordinate with product planners, production planning, and the receiving area to optimize supply chain performance.

Requires 3+ years in material planning or supply chain, strong ERP (SAP) and Excel skills, and knowledge of lean manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Business or Equivalent field.
• Minimum 3 years in material planning, procurement, or supply chain roles.
• In-depth knowledge of inventory management, demand forecasting, and lean manufacturing.
• Advanced proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and expert-level Excel for data analysis.
• Experience in order management and production planning is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Procure raw materials, semi-finished goods and trade goods.
• Manage stock levels within targeted ranges.
• Serve as the main contact for external and internal suppliers.
• Maintain master data within area of responsibility.
• IT-system based demand planning and transmission of orders to suppliers.
• Track deliveries and coordinate actions with suppliers, planners, production planning, and receiving area.
• Act as a general contact for purchasing and handle escalations or supplier evaluations.
• Coordinate in supply shortfalls and allocations.
• Collaborate on projects and procurement-related tasks.
• Manage returns and define Kanban cycles with suppliers.

Skills

Inventory planning

Demand forecasting

Lean manufacturing

Excel proficiency

Supplier coordination

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Business or Equivalent field

Tools

SAP

MS Excel

Job description

At Bosch, we shape the future by inventing high-quality technologies and services that spark enthusiasm and enrich people’s lives. Our areas of activity are every bit as diverse as our outstanding Bosch teams around the world. Their creativity is the key to innovation through connected living, mobility, or industry.

Let’s grow together, enjoy more, and inspire each other.Work #LikeABosch

• Reinvent yourself:At Bosch, you will evolve.
• Discover new directions:At Bosch, you will find your place.
• Balance your life:At Bosch, your job matches your lifestyle.
• Celebrate success: At Bosch, we celebrate you.
• Be yourself: At Bosch, we value values.
• Shape tomorrow:At Bosch, you change lives.

Job Description

The Material Planner is responsible for the procurement of purchased material, incoming goods receiving, returns, incoming goods receiving inspection, complaints, supplier forecast, content of supplier contracts, KPIs, supplier manual, supply chain manual, allocation among plants in case of material shortages, logistical supplier evaluation (delivery reliability, subjective evaluation),handling discontinued production/ EBV, interim stocking, multiple sourcing, quota arrangements, purchasing tools (Supply On, WEBEDI, VMI, Merlin, SAP, Bekis, BekisQ, SRM, Bonimo...), master data and parameter management, purchasing of one-way packaging material.

• Responsible for the procurement of raw materials, semi-finished goods and trade goods.
• Manage stock levels within specified targets.
• Serve as the main point of contact for external and internal suppliers.
• Maintain master data within area of responsibility
• IT-System based demand planning and transmission of orders to internal and external suppliers;
• Track deliveries and coordinate special actions with suppliers, product planners, production planning, and incoming area.
• Act as a general contact for purchasing and handle escalations or supplier evaluations.
• Coordinate in supply shortfalls and allocations.
• Collaborate on projects and realize procurement-related tasks.
• Manage returns
• Define Kanban-control cycles and supermarkets in collaboration with suppliers.
• Support internal departments and cross-functional teams in strategic projects and initiatives.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the immediate superior to support departmental and organizational goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Business or Equivalent field.
• Minimum of 3 years of related working experience in material planning, procurement, or supply chain roles, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• In-depth knowledge of inventory management techniques, demand forecasting methods, and lean manufacturing principles.
• Advanced proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and expert-level Excel skills for complex data analysis.
• Experience in order management and production planning functions in a manufacturing environment is a strong advantage.

Additional Information

Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization unavailable.

*Bosch adheres to Federal, State, and Local laws regarding drug-testing. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a drug screen and background check. Candidates who have been offered the position must pass both screenings before their start date.

Your well-being matters at Bosch! We offer a competitive compensation and a benefits package designed to empower you in every area of your life. This includes premium health coverage, a 401(k) with generous matching, resources for financial planning and goal setting, ample paid time off, parental leave, and comprehensive life and disability protection. We're investing in your success!