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Molex

18d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Logistics
  • Bochum

AI generated summary

  • You should have a degree in supply chain management, experience in planning or inventory, strong Excel skills, fluent English, good presentation skills, and knowledge of SAP/ERP systems.
  • You will develop inventory strategies, ensure data integrity, track KPIs, support supply chain processes, drive RCCA, and implement digital tools for enhanced planning and analysis.

Requirements

  • Bachelor/or above degree in supply chain management is preferred
  • Proven experience with planning, purchasing, customer service, or inventory management
  • Good with office software like Excel, PPT, ability to process and evaluate large data sets
  • Read, write, and speak English fluently
  • Good presentation skill
  • Knowledge of inventory management
  • SAP/ERP PP/MM module applications
  • Strong willingness for challenges, be open mind and teamwork

Responsibilities

  • Develop inventory & replenishment strategies to support differentiated service level requirements and cost to serve models
  • Lead on driving key planning master data integrity, working with all relevant Mfg. Plants and Supply chain hubs to ensure consistency, proper use, and optimization of master data values, including but not limited to (lead times, safety stocks, MOQ’s, schedule margin keys, replenishment strategies, etc.). Provide training and guidance as required
  • Focus on inventory plan and inventory risk for business transfer in and transfer out projects
  • Establish and control key performance metrics and benchmarks relating to supply chain execution, inventory, and stock level targets
  • Drive RCCA processes on Inventory KPI’s as well as setting targets for: Days of Supply (DSI), Inventory Quality (IQR), Days on Hand (DOH), and slow & excess (S&E) expense
  • Support Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) methodology in support of service level goal
  • Track KPIs and reports on Planning Strategy, E2E Inventory, Lead time, Safety Stock
  • Participate in designing global-divisional level process flows, works instructions, best practices for Inventory, MRP Action Messages, Supply Orders, Data Integrity and Replenishment strategies
  • Perform other related duties as assigned by management
  • Digital transformation in Supply Planning group, capability of new analysis tools study and implement

FAQs

What is the role of the Inventory Planner?

The Inventory Planner is responsible for maintaining inventory across Global CMBU operations in Europe, managing aspects from vendor-managed inventory (VMI) to supply chain hubs, ensuring inventory strategies, master data integrity, and inventory risk assessment.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A Bachelor’s degree or higher in supply chain management is preferred, along with proven experience in planning, purchasing, customer service, or inventory management.

Is knowledge of SAP/ERP systems necessary?

Yes, familiarity with SAP/ERP, specifically the PP/MM module applications, is required for this position.

What skills are necessary for this job?

The role requires strong analytical skills, proficiency in office software like Excel and PowerPoint, good presentation abilities, and the capability to process and evaluate large data sets.

Are language skills important for this position?

Yes, candidates must read, write, and speak English fluently. Knowledge of the German language at a business fluent level is a plus.

Do we provide any professional development opportunities?

Yes, the position offers opportunities for development within an international organization that supports employee growth.

What benefits are offered to employees?

Benefits include private medical care, legal and psychological support, life insurance, subsidized meals, a flexible dress code, parking, and an employee referral program.

Is there an emphasis on teamwork in this position?

Yes, strong teamwork and a willingness to take on challenges are emphasized as important qualities for candidates.

What does the hybrid work model entail?

The hybrid work model allows employees to work both remotely and in the office, with a preferable schedule of three days in the office and two days working remotely.

What tools or software might I need to be familiar with for this role?

Familiarity with data processing and visualization tools such as Tableau and Power BI, as well as usage of Rapid Response, would be beneficial.

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Molex

Molex innovation enables the technology that improves lives and transforms our future. Creating Connections for Life.

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1938
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Molex makes a connected world possible by enabling technologies that transform the future and improve lives. With a presence in more than 40 countries, Molex offers a complete range of connectivity products, services and solutions for the data communications, medical, industrial, automotive and consumer electronics industries. We’re doing more than developing solutions for our customers, we’re Creating Connections for Life.