Planning Manager

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Be part of something bigger!

As the world and the way people live is changing, we at Bekaert believe it's our responsibility to contribute to finding new solutions for the future. With a 140+ year old heritage of excellence, innovation, and a future-focused mindset, we strive to create value for our customers and society. We aim to do this through innovative solutions and sustainable practices. We are committed to pushing the boundaries of steel wire transformation and coatings whilst also leveraging our expertise to develop innovative solutions with new materials and services in a safe, smart, and sustainable way. Our focus extends to markets such as new mobility, low-carbon construction, and green energy.

As a dynamic and growing company with over 24 000 employees worldwide, 75 nationalities, a retention rate above 90% and almost € 5.3 billion in combined revenue in 2023, we are looking for someone like you to join our team as we continue to shape a safer, more efficient, and connected world!

Purpose and Mission

The Materials Controller supports the operational team, delivering our material supply obligations at shop floor level, dealing directly with stakeholders to resolve issues as they arise in order to improve the effectiveness of the MRP requirements and Customer Satisfaction by maximising material availability.

Key Activities and Responsibilities

• Ensure all company health and safety policies are adhered to and are actively promoted
• Produce daily information/ feedback to Planning Manager, Engineering & Production teams and take ownership of Materials Management tools and cover for Planning Manager when required
• Managing the detailed production schedule to ensure material availability to meet customer demands
• Pro-actively maintain MRP profiles for optimum stock levels for indirect parts. Frequently updating SAP levels to drive stock down
• Ensuring raw material availability to meet operational demands
• Controlling all stock movements to ensure stock accuracy
• Ensure the PO process is strictly adhered to
• Progress purchase orders to ensure on time delivery is achieved - Measuring delivery performance
• Ensure Vendor compliance with company Standard Terms and Conditions
• Requesting / following up quotations from both suppliers and internal customer
• Ensure company KPI's are monitored and adhered to, driving departmental performance
• Support all necessary actions to manage cost and improve profitability.
• Any other reasonable duties requested by management

Skills

• Experience in a Supply Chain function within an engineering/manufacturing environment

• Experienced in SAP-R3 (PP/MM/P2P)
• IT literate MS Office (Strong excel skills would be desirable)
• Customer focussed - provide excellent service levels to both internal & external customers.
• Lean/Continuous improvement working
• Leading change - needs to have a 'can do' attitude!
• Strong communication skills able to communicate effectively at all levels
• Flexible approach, ability to work under pressure to changing business needs, managing multiple tasks & work to tight deadlines.
• Analytical, with a keen eye for detail and accuracy

• Organised and methodical approach to all operational tasks

Be bold and take the leap!

We're looking for individuals who are not afraid to take risks and explore new ideas. If you are passionate about personal growth and bringing your authentic self to work, we want you on our team!
At Bekaert, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
To learn more about us and our exciting career opportunities, visit Bekaert Careers