Junior Supply Chain Specialist

Job Description

About Us: Join a dynamic supply chain team that keeps production running smoothly and customers delighted. We’re committed to continuous improvement, cross‑functional collaboration, and career growth — if you’re analytical, proactive and eager to learn SAP-based planning in a production environment, this is the role for you.

What you’ll do:

• Monitor inventory, material availability and demand signals in SAP (MRP / Logistics) to help ensure uninterrupted production.

• Support the creation, update and execution monitoring of production and material plans aligned to customer demand and capacity constraints.

• Analyze raw material and component availability, identify shortages or excess stock and propose corrective actions.

• Assist basic capacity and workload analysis (machines, subcontracting, workforce) and escalate risks when needed.

• Work closely with Customer Service to track orders, priorities and delivery status.

• Support purchasing and procurement tasks including RFQs, purchase orders, delivery tracking and supplier communication.

• Maintain accurate material master data and MRP parameters in SAP (lead times, lot sizes, safety stock).

• Prepare and update operational reports and KPIs on material availability, plan adherence and service level.

• Participate in daily operational reviews, flagging risks, deviations and opportunities for improvement.

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and local/international supply chain projects.

What we’re looking for

• Experience or strong knowledge of ERP systems — SAP MRP / Logistics is required.

• Higher education in Logistics, Production Planning, Purchasing or related field (technical education welcome).

• Practical exposure to a production plant (internship, trainee role or junior position) is a strong advantage.

• Analytical thinker.

• Good communicator who can collaborate across teams and influence practical solutions.

• Ownership mindset with high sense of responsibility.

• Solid understanding of planning principles and the consequences of deviations and errors.

• Proactive problem‑solving approach, creativity and initiative in daily work.

• Communicative English (minimum B1).

Why you’ll enjoy working with us

• Collaborative environment where your ideas for improvement are welcomed and acted upon.

• Exposure to cross‑functional projects and international teams.

• Opportunities for training in SAP and advanced planning techniques.

Required Skills:

Accountability, Accountability, Clinical Supply Chain Management, Cross-Functional Communications, Customer Service, Data Analysis, Data Management, Dispatching, Driving Continuous Improvement, Financial Forecasting, Global Supply Chain, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), International Project Management, Inventory Control Management, Inventory Planning, Inventory Tracking, Logistics Management, Manufacturing, Materials Flow, Material Sourcing, Materials Requirements Planning (MRP), Operational Reviews, Production Management, Production Planning, Requirements Development {+ 5 more}

Preferred Skills:

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Employee Status:

Regular

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Hybrid

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Job Posting End Date:

04/16/2026

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