Supply Chain Planner

Arxada is a global specialty chemicals business that is committed to solving the worlds toughest preservation challenges through better science. With a proud history of innovation dating back more than a century we aim to help our customers develop more sustainable solutions that protect and maintain the health and wellbeing of people and extend the life of vital infrastructure while working to reduce our and our customers ecological footprint.

Sustainable preservation is one of our top priorities. We are making significant strategic investments that will not only decrease our own environmental footprint but also help customers adapt to long-term environmental and social change through the development of cleaner greener solutions.

We are seeking a talented and experienced Supply Chain Planner to join our team for a 12-month contract. As the Supply Chain Planner you will be responsible for the tactical execution of replenishment and tolling planning processes playing a crucial role in optimizing inventory levels and ensuring timely replenishment of materials. Reporting to the Planning Team Leader this position involves collaboration with diverse stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency.

Essential Job Functions:

• Develop and maintain effective replenishment plans based on analysis of key supply and demand factors

• Collaborate with MRP raw material planning procurement and suppliers to provide accurate raw material requirements aligned with production needs

• Keep replenishment orders and tolling plans updated at all times ensuring accuracy and timeliness

• Collaborate cross-functionally to balance supply and demand requirements and optimize product flow and inventory at a tactical level

• Track monitor and report relevant KPIs for responsible areas

• Contribute to weekly supply reviews highlighting risks proposing mitigation options and escalating issues impacting operational efficiency

• Propose and monitor inventory targets to achieve optimal balance between customer service cost and working capital

• Plan replenishment and tolling activities to meet targets escalating issues impacting inventory control to business stakeholders

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Business Supply Chain Logistics Operations Management Engineering or equivalent; Masters degree preferred

• Business fluent in English

• Demonstrable experience within a similar MRP planning role ideally within the chemical industry or any other manufacturing organization

• APICS (CPIM) Certification is a plus

• Proven experience in replenishment and tolling planning with a focus on tactical execution

• Proficiency in SAP MS Excel and Power BI

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities

• Detail-oriented with a focus on continuous improvement

Arxada has world class offering in two distinct areas:

Microbial Control Solutions (MCS) focuses on threats posed by microorganisms to people and planet through five distinct business lines including Professional Hygiene Home & Personal Care Wood Protection Paints & Coatings and Material Protection.

Nutrition Care & Environmental (NCE) meanwhile provides materials used to manufacture composites for electronics aerospace and other markets as well as vitamins and nutritional ingredients chemicals and performance intermediates and raw materials for a wide range of high-performance applications.

Arxada is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color national origin sex sexual orientation gender identity age status as a qualified individual with disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.