Supply Planning Specialist | Satellite Manufacturing

Helsinki, Finland — relocation required

Relocation support provided for relocation to Finland

We are recruiting a Supply Planning Specialist for a fast-growing international space technology company developing and manufacturing advanced Earth observation satellite systems.

This is an opportunity to join a highly technical manufacturing environment where supply planning directly impacts the production and delivery of satellite platforms used for security, environmental monitoring, maritime awareness, disaster response and critical infrastructure protection.

The company is expanding its manufacturing operations internationally and is strengthening its supply chain team in Helsinki, Finland
.

As a Supply Planning Specialist
, you will ensure the smooth flow of materials and components required for satellite production.

You will develop short- and long-term supply plans
, balance supply and demand, optimize inventory levels, and ensure materials are available according to production requirements.

Working closely with procurement, production planning, logistics, and manufacturing teams
, you will identify supply constraints, manage planning exceptions, and proactively address risks that could impact production.

You will also help improve MRP and ERP processes
, planning parameters, data accuracy, and supply planning efficiency.

• Develop and maintain short- and long-term supply plans based on demand forecasts, production plans, material availability, and lead times.
• Balance supply and demand to ensure material availability for manufacturing.
• Define and maintain planning parameters and ensure MRP data accuracy
  .
• Monitor inventory of raw materials, components, and subassemblies to minimize shortages and excess stock.
• Review MRP results and create purchase requests based on requirements, inventory, and supplier lead times.
• Collaborate with procurement to ensure timely ordering and delivery of materials.
• Work with demand and production planners to resolve supply constraints.
• Manage supply exceptions and proactively communicate risks to stakeholders.
• Support the implementation and optimization of MRP functionality within the ERP system
  .
• Collaborate with IT and internal teams to improve planning tools, data quality, and process automation.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration
  , or a related discipline.
• 2+ years of experience in supply planning, production planning, materials management, or a similar role.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment
  , ideally electronics, high-tech, aerospace, defence, or automotive.
• Hands‑on experience with ERP/MRP systems
  , such as Net Suite, SAP, or similar.
• Excellent Excel and data analysis skills
  .
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.
• Strong communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• Excellent written and spoken English.

• Experience with BI and data visualization tools
  .
• Familiarity with MES and PLM systems
  .
• Basic Python or scripting knowledge for automation, analysis, or reporting.
• Experience with electronics, aerospace, satellite systems, or complex high-tech products.
• Experience improving ERP/MRP processes or supply chain reporting.
• Opportunity to work on advanced satellite technologies with global impact
  .
• International and highly technical working environment.
• Career growth within a rapidly scaling space technology organization.
• Relocation support for candidates moving to Finland
  .
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Exposure to complex global supply chain and manufacturing operations.