We're looking for Visionaries, enablers and innovation drivers.
Breaking new ground. Realizing innovative ideas. Helping to shape the future of mobility. At GRAMMER, you can make a big difference - for yourself as well. As a global partner to the automotive industry, we are successful worldwide with our two divisions Automotive and Commercial Vehicles. Every day, we develop and produce systems for passenger car interiors as well as driver and passenger seats for offroad commercial vehicles, trucks, buses and trains. We shape the way people are mobile today and in the future. Bring your unique talents to the diverse GRAMMER community. More than 14,000 employees in 20 countries want to change the world together with you.
Senior Planning Manager Global Logistics (m/f/d) - (m/f/d / All Genders Welcome)
As our Senior Planning Manager Global Logistics (m/f/d), you will:
- Own and optimize global inventory management for raw materials, semi-finished goods, and finished goods, balancing service levels, costs, and working capital
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Develop and implement inventory optimization strategies, including safety stock policies, cycle counting, and excess & obsolete (E&O) inventory reduction initiatives
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Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of the Plan For Every Part (PFEP) framework
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Ensure efficient material planning through the maintenance and optimization of relevant planning data
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Manage logistics activities for new product introductions (NPI), engineering change management (ECM), and end-of-production/end-of-life (EOP/EOL) processes
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Standardize and continuously improve global planning processes and systems
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Oversee SAP Material Requirements Planning (MRP) processes and ensure the quality and integrity of master data within the SAP MM and WM modules
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Enhance planning and forecasting processes to improve forecast accuracy and planning reliability
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Lead the Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (S&IOP) and Master Production Scheduling (MPS) processes
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Optimize and standardize global production planning to maximize resource utilization, ensure on-time delivery, and improve operational efficiency
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Collaborate closely with Procurement, Manufacturing, Sales, Logistics, and IT to drive cross-functional process improvements
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Conduct audits and ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements
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Identify and mitigate supply chain risks while developing and maintaining business continuity plans
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Initiate and implement projects to reduce logistics costs and improve overall operational efficiency
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Drive the achievement of key Supply Chain KPIs, including Days Inventory Outstanding (DIO), Excess & Obsolete Inventory (E&O), Forecast Accuracy, Premium Freight, and On-Time Delivery (OTD)
What You’ll Bring (Skills & Experience)
We’re looking for someone who demonstrates:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred
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Minimum of 8–10 years of professional experience in supply chain planning, logistics management, or a related field, with a focus on international/global supply chains
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Strong expertise in SAP, particularly in the MM (Materials Management) and WM (Warehouse Management) modules, as well as master data management
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Proven experience in the implementation, management, and optimization of MRP (Material Requirements Planning), S&IOP (Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning), and MPS (Master Production Scheduling) processes
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Demonstrated success in process improvement initiatives with measurable business results, such as cost reduction, inventory optimization, and service level improvement
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Strong leadership, communication, and teamwork skills, with experience leading cross-functional collaboration and managing stakeholders across all organizational levels
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Advanced proficiency in SAP (MM, WM, MRP), Microsoft Excel, and business intelligence/data analytics tools such as Power BI and Tableau
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a structured, solution-oriented approach to optimizing complex supply chain processes
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Highly self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and experience applying Lean, Six Sigma, or comparable continuous improvement methodologies
At GRAMMER, you will benefit from:
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A supportive and inclusive global work culture
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Structured career and development pathways
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Opportunities to work in international teams and projects
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Modern workplace amenities including company-subsidized canteen
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Learning & training programs to grow your expertise
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Work-life balance and wellbeing initiatives
…and the chance to have real impact within a globally successful company shaping the future of mobility.
Diversity is extremely important to us at GRAMMER. We value different perspectives and welcome applications from people of all ethnicities, cultural backgrounds, orientations, ages, and genders. All references to people and job titles apply equally to all genders.
