Material Planning Specialist

Deliver better.

Where you'll be You will be based in Wroclaw, Poland , at our Supply Chain Center, which is responsible for material and production planning, aftermarket operations, supply chain market support, product launches, and supply chain digitalization and optimization initiatives.

About Electrolux Group

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• At the Electrolux Group, a leading global appliance company, we strive every day to shape living for the better for our consumers, our people and our planet.
• We share ideas and collaborate so that together, we can develop solutions that deliver enjoyable and sustainable living.
• Come join us as you are.
• We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger and more innovative.
• In our global community of people from 100+ countries, we listen to each other, actively contribute and grow together.
• Join us in our exciting quest to build the future home.
• There are no barriers to where your career could take you.

Responsibilities

• Fixed-term role until December 2027.
• Go further.
• About the role As a Material Planning Specialist , you will play a key role in ensuring the uninterrupted availability of components for production while maintaining optimal inventory levels and strong supplier relationships.
• By applying best practices in supply chain management, you will contribute to achieving key business objectives related to material availability, operational efficiency, cost optimization, and product quality.
• In detail, you will Manage inventory levels by monitoring component availability and maintaining the right balance between minimizing inventory costs and ensuring uninterrupted production.
• You will also oversee the management of obsolete and slow-moving materials, while coordinating the introduction of new components.
• Support production planning by providing accurate information on material availability, supplier capacity, and potential supply risks that could impact production schedules.
• Manage purchase orders for production materials, ensuring orders are placed accurately and on time, while monitoring fulfillment and resolving any discrepancies.
• Coordinate supply activities to ensure materials are delivered in the right quantity, to the right place, and at the right time.
• You will proactively address delivery delays or supply issues and collaborate closely with suppliers, external warehouses, and logistics providers.
• Drive process improvements across supply and inventory management by identifying opportunities to increase efficiency, reduce costs, improve material flow, and shorten lead times.
• Analyze data and prepare reports related to inventory, supply performance, costs, and production risks.
• Your insights will support informed decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Production, Quality, Warehouse, Engineering, Procurement, and Controlling teams to ensure alignment and consistency across the supply chain.
• Prioritize effectively in a dynamic environment, managing multiple tasks and balancing operational requirements with changing business needs.
• Solve problems proactively by addressing material shortages, delivery disruptions, production plan changes, and component quality issues, ensuring minimal impact on operations.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Economics, or a related field.
• Proven experience in supply chain, logistics, specifically in material planning.
• Experience working with ERP systems (preferably SAP) and MS Office applications.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
• Skills and competencies Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with suppliers across different regions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong cross-functional relationships.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently.
• As part of the Electrolux Group, we will continuously invest in you and your development.

Job Description

Kindly submit your application in English.