Production Planner

About Franke

We, the Franke company with its three divisions, are a world's leading supplier of products and services for domestic kitchens, the professional foodservice systems and the convenience store sector as well as for professional coffee making. With around 60 companies, we are at home on five continents. Over 8,000 employees constantly take on new perspectives to identify opportunities and turn them into inspiring, innovative solutions for tomorrow’s demands.

The Franke Foodservice Systems division is a world-leading supplier of kitchen facilities, equipment and supplies solutions. As a full system manufacturer, distributor and program management partner, we supply global chains in the quick-service restaurant, convenience store and supermarket segments, helping to manage unit growth and upgrade their facilities.

About the job

To plan, coordinate, and ensure the timely and efficient supply of materials for operations through accurate material planning based on production requirements, sales forecasts, and inventory levels, as well as the management and development of strategic suppliers. To ensure effective negotiations, on-time deliveries, quality compliance, and adherence to company policies, contributing to the achievement of organizational objectives and compliance with the integrated management system.

Your tasks

• Purchase materials according to the required technical specifications, price, delivery schedule, and negotiation terms with key suppliers, as well as periodically update price lists, lead times, and conditions.
• Perform accurate material planning based on production requirements, sales forecasts, required inventory levels, and company guidelines within the integrated management system.
• Follow up on timely and accurate delivery of products from suppliers.
• Develop suppliers in alignment with the company’s objectives, departmental goals, and guidelines of the integrated management system.
• Conduct negotiations with suppliers that support a “win–win” approach to meet the organization’s objectives.
• Generate and share product purchase forecasts with suppliers, according to the needs of the company’s operations and the end user.
• Monitor supplier performance (on‑time delivery, quality, delivery lead time) and resolve performance issues.
• Stop any supplier activity or practice that goes against company policies or the standards established in the integrated management system.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar position, preferably within the metal‑mechanical industry or related manufacturing environments.
• Languages: Advanced English (spoken and written), with the ability to communicate effectively with customers, suppliers, and global teams.
• ERP Management (SAP): Advanced proficiency in transactions, information management, and operation of modules related to purchasing, inventory, and planning within ERP systems, especially SAP.
• Negotiation Skills: Intermediate experience in negotiation methods, supplier management, performance evaluation, and development of strategic relationships.
• Material Planning: Intermediate knowledge in planning and scheduling materials based on production requirements, ensuring timely supply and alignment with demand.
• Inventory Management: Intermediate ability to administer, control, and optimize inventories, ensuring accuracy, proper turnover, and material availability.
• APICS Knowledge: Intermediate understanding of APICS principles and methodologies for proper planning, scheduling, and execution of supply chain and material control processes.

Skills

• Results Orientation: Ability to establish control and monitoring measures to ensure achievement of established objectives, guaranteeing efficiency and consistency in execution.
• Effective Negotiation: Skill in fostering a collaborative environment with suppliers, achieving sustainable agreements that strengthen the business relationship and add value to the organization.
• Proactivity: Ability to act proactively by identifying opportunities and preventing potential issues through responsible and timely actions.
• Problem Solving: Analyzes various alternatives, selects the most appropriate strategy based on available information and context, and implements concrete actions to resolve situations effectively.
• Customer Focus: Understands the needs of internal and external customers and is committed to addressing them quickly and accurately to ensure satisfaction and continuity of operations.
• Sense of Urgency: Ability to achieve results within short time frames, distinguishing clearly between critical and non‑critical activities and appropriately prioritizing tasks.

What we offer you

Competitive salary and comprehency salary.

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