Material Planning Specialist
Contract Type
Permanent
Country
PORTUGAL
Location
Santa Maria da Feira
Your opportunity
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Material Planning Specialist to join our team in Santa Maria da Feira. The role is reporting to the Planning & Logistic Manager and includes participation in the Aurora project (SAP S/4HANA Implementation), contributing to both daily material planning operations and the digital transformation of planning processes.
Your Mission
Short-Term (Operational Support):
1. Manage daily material planning activities to ensure timely availability of components.
2. Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with procurement and production teams.
3. Maintain planning parameters and ensure data accuracy in the current ERP system.
4. Resolve material shortages and delivery issues in collaboration with suppliers.
Medium-Term (Project Involvement – Aurora):
5. Act as Key User for the Material Planning stream in the Aurora (SAP S/4HANA) rollout.
6. Participate in process mapping, system testing, and validation activities.
7. Support data migration and contribute to training and change management efforts.
8. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure a smooth transition to the new ERP platform.
Your Profile
9. Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
10. Minimum of 2 years' experience in material planning or supply chain operations
11. Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP experience is a strong advantage as well as Experience in ERP implementation or digital transformation projects.)
12. Strong analytical and organizational skills
13. Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
14. Proactive and adaptable mindset
15. Ability to work in a fast-paced, project-driven environment
16. Fluent in English (spoken and written)