Inbound Planner Specialist
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Job Summary
About us
Symrise is a global supplier of fragrances and flavors cosmetic active ingredients as well as functional ingredients. Its customers include manufacturers of perfumes cosmetics food and beverages the pharmaceutical industry and producers of nutritional supplements and pet food.
With sales of around 5 billion in the 2024 fiscal year the company ranks among the leading global suppliers. The Group headquartered in Holzminden Germany operates in more than 100 locations across Europe Africa and the Middle East Asia the United States and Latin America.
Together with its customers Symrise develops new ideas and market-ready concepts for products that are an essential part of everyday life. Economic success and corporate responsibility are inextricably linked.
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Tasks
Your Role
The Inbound Planner Specialist is responsible for managing and optimizing the procurement and inbound supply chain processes. This role ensures the timely and cost-effective acquisition of materials maintains optimal stock levels and fosters strong relationships with suppliers and internal departments to support business objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
Review Forecasts
- Analyze demand forecasts to determine procurement needs and align supply with business requirements.
- Collaborate with demand planning and sales teams to ensure forecast accuracy.
Management of Orders and Distribution
- Manage purchase orders track shipments and coordinate inbound logistics.
- Ensure timely and accurate delivery of materials to meet production schedules.
Supply Contracts
- Draft review and manage supply contracts to ensure compliance and protect company interests.
- Monitor contract performance and renewals.
Stock Rotation
- Implement and monitor stock rotation practices to minimize obsolescence and waste.
- Ensure inventory accuracy and optimal stock levels.
Standardization of Materials
- Develop and enforce material standardization policies to streamline procurement and reduce costs.
- Collaborate with engineering and production teams to align specifications.
Fluid Relationships with All Departments
- Serve as a liaison between procurement production logistics and other departments to ensure seamless operations.
- Facilitate cross-functional communication and problem-solving.
Complaint Management
- Address and resolve supplier and internal complaints related to procurement quality or delivery issues.
- Implement corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
Requirements
About you
- Hold a superior degree in business procurement supply chain management or a related field.
- Fluent in both Spanish and English enabling effective communication with international suppliers and internal teams.
- Experienced user of SAP and Microsoft Office Suite for procurement reporting and data analysis.
- Strong negotiation skills with a proactive approach to identifying cost-saving opportunities and alternative suppliers.
- Effective team player with excellent communication skills able to collaborate fluidly with all departments and stakeholders.
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities maintain accurate records and ensure timely completion of tasks.
- Strong analytical mindset capable of interpreting data optimizing stock levels and improving procurement processes.
Benefits
Our Offer
At Symrise you will have the opportunity to grow professionally and take part in inspiring projects that contribute to the well-being of millions of people in more than 160 countries.
People are at the heart of everything we do. This focus drives our above-average market growth and makes our company an exceptional place to develop your career.
Committed to Diversity Equity and Inclusion
At Symrise we value diversity in all its forms. We believe in equality respect and inclusion as fundamental pillars of our culture. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds genders ages and beliefs convinced that diversity fuels innovation.
If you want to be part of a team that celebrates collaboration and unique perspectives we encourage you to apply.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race religion color sex gender identity sexual orientation age non-disqualifying physical or mental disability national origin veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications merit and business need.
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About Company
Symrise est un fournisseur mondial de parfums et d’arômes, de matières premières et de principes actifs cosmétiques, ainsi que d’ingrédients fonctionnels. L’entreprise compte parmi ses clients des fabricants de parfums, de cosmétiques, d’aliments et de boissons, mais aussi l’industrie ... View more
