Supply Planning & Materials Manager

• Collect, consolidate, and validate sales forecasts to produce a robust demand plan.
• Build a rolling supply plan aligned with commercial forecasts and market requirements.
• Calculate net stock requirements for multiple international distribution warehouses to maintain optimal inventory levels.

• Perform net requirements planning for raw and packaging materials, considering plant inventory and open purchase orders.
• Issue production orders to third‑party manufacturers to meet forecasted demand and safety stock targets.
• Raise purchase orders for raw materials, packaging, and finished goods sourced from partner manufacturers.

• Plan and coordinate stock transfers from manufacturing sites to international distribution warehouses.
• Manage RFQs for ocean freight and liaise with freight forwarders to secure competitive rates and reliable schedules.
• Ensure smooth international shipments, including preparation and review of all required documentation (commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, and import/export papers).

• Maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOM) and Bills of Operations (BOO) to support precise production and procurement planning.
• Oversee material and product master data in the ERP system to enable effective forecasting, reporting, and regulatory compliance.

• Work closely with Sales, Manufacturing, Procurement, and Logistics teams to align supply plans with business objectives.
• Monitor supplier and logistics performance, proactively mitigating risks to supply continuity.
• Support initiatives to improve lead times, inventory efficiency, and overall cost optimisation.

• Forecast accuracy and adherence to supply plan
• On‑time availability of finished goods, raw and packaging materials
• Inventory level optimisation across international warehouses
• Supplier and logistics performance (lead times, service levels, cost efficiency)
• Accuracy of ERP master data (BOM, BOO, material and product records)

• Proactive, detail‑oriented, and results‑driven in a fast‑paced international environment
• Able to manage multiple priorities while ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Strong communicator and effective team player, capable of cross‑functional collaboration

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or a related field
• Proven experience in supply planning, materials management, or production planning, ideally in nutraceuticals, FMCG, or food supplements
• Solid understanding of MRP, demand planning, and international inventory management
• Hands‑on experience with ERP systems (SAP strongly preferred)
• Excellent analytical and organisational skills, with the ability to convert data into actionable plans
• Familiarity with international freight and shipping documentation is a strong advantage
• Fluency in English as an operational language is mandatory, as the role requires both oral and written communication with business partners in English.

• a competitive salary. Base Salary: depending on experience. Sales incentive compensation (when applicable): substantial component of the compensation based on result and paid against the achievement of targets

• pension scheme
• possibility to be enrolled in the company stock options
• discounts on products.

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