Buyer and Planner

Responsibilities

• Replenishment planning against customer forecasts/stock contracts/historical sales/orders
• Create and manage supply and replenishment plans to ensure consistent product availability
• Weekly forecasting analysis on key accounts
• Managing orders to vendors: creation, confirmation, monitoring
• Identify and proactively resolve supply chain risks such as shortages, delays, or demand fluctuations
• Expedite incoming materials to meet customer expectations
• Manage customers VMI program
• Inventory management
• Monitor inventory levels and implement strategies to optimize stock while minimizing excess and obsolescence
• Manage and maintain accurate planning parameters and master data within ERP/MRP systems
• Support new product introductions (NPI) and product lifecycle planning
• Data analysis and KPI updates
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across planning processes and supply chain efficiency
• Contacting suppliers and carriers to arrange deliveries to customers on time
• Deal with any quality concerns raised by our customers
• Raise debit notes on suppliers/arrange for goods to be returned to suppliers if goods are rejected
• Prepare stock transfer lists for warehouse team to arrange shipments to customer
• Liaise with warehouse to ensure transfer orders are dispatched on time
• Resolve any goods-in queries relating to orders you have placed with suppliers
• Work closely with customer operations, sales, and procurement teams to align supply with customer requirements
• Quarterly business reviews with customers regarding their forecasted demand

• University degree, preferably in supply chain or logistics
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to interpret data and trends
• Very good knowledge of English (B2-C1)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP/MRP systems (e.g. SAP)
• Ability to make profitable savings
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, customer‑focused, and operational environment
• Knowledge of SAP system will be an advantage
• B category driving license
• Experience preferred – 2 years in Purchasing/Procurement/Supply Chain

2 years:
Demand planning, procurement, supply chain analytics