Supply Chain Specialist (DRP Planner - Liquid)

Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers’ products – whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals – and add dimension and beauty with colourful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.

We are currently looking for a Supply Chain Specialist (DRP Planner) join us at our facility in Asturias, Spain.

The DRP Planner is responsible for managing and optimizing the Distribution Requirements Planning (DRP) process to ensure timely product availability in our Axalta Intercompany Warehouses, maximizing the service level, without jeopardizing stock availability in the complete network, minimizing costs and inventory levels. This role is crucial for optimizing inventory flow and ensuring efficient and effective distribution from the main warehouses and manufacturing sites to the different stock locations.

Key responsibilities:

• Execute systematic product replenishment across the Axalta network, ensuring demand, safety stock, and lead time alignment with supply chain strategy.
• Monitor daily demand signals, identify abnormal patterns, and collaborate with planning teams to stabilize supply flows.
• Maintain optimal inventory levels by location while balancing transportation costs and efficiency.
• Improve warehouse inventory health by analyzing NGST materials, coordinating redeployment, and managing rework, scrap, or shelf-life extensions.
• Support SKU lifecycle management by executing phase-in/phase-out plans and redeploying inventory during transitions.
• Contribute to the Integrated Business Planning (IBP) cycle by consolidating demand forecasts, safety stock requirements, and supply signals for intercompany exports.
• Manage stock transfer orders from creation to goods receipt, including delivery scheduling, load optimization, and issue resolution.
• Drive continuous improvement by analyzing distribution data, implementing cost and efficiency initiatives, and reporting KPIs to support strategic decisions.
• Act as the primary liaison for warehouses, ensuring clear communication and coordination on replenishment activities.

Key requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, ideally in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field.
• Fluent English speaker with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel (pivot tables, formulas, data analysis). Ideally experience with SAP (MM and/or PP) and OMP.
• Prior experience in supply chain roles or solid knowledge of demand planning, logistics, and inventory management best practices.
• Familiarity with SAP or other advanced planning systems considered a strong advantage.
• Skills: Strong analytical, prioritization, and problem-solving abilities, with capability to manage large data volumes and perform quantitative analysis. Continuous improvement mindset and proven ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.

Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We’ve recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals. 

Our Company:

Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers’ products – whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals – and add dimension and beauty with colorful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.  

 

Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We’ve recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals.

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