Material Planning Manager (d/m/w) – Are you ready to take the next step in your Supply Chain career? In this dynamic and multifaceted role at Airbus, you will be at the core of operational planning and inventory management. Based in a highly collaborative environment, your main responsibilities will focus on securing service levels, supporting commercial campaigns, and ensuring the successful handover of consolidated demand forecasts. As a Material Planning Manager (d/m/w), you will be instrumental in driving service performance optimization and maintaining high standards for customer satisfaction. Operating within the realm of material inventory planning, this position encompasses full-lifecycle support, from business case creation to in-service operations.
Your tasks:
* Collaborating closely with Satair Supply Chain, Commercial, Quality, and other key organizations to ensure seamless material planning activities for allocated customers
* Balancing service and other commitments by managing customer inventory and allocating to proper stocking locations
* Providing support for training and onboarding of local planners
* Managing ad-hoc commercial requests that alter existing services
* Consolidating service forecasts for operational implementation
* Ensuring proper execution of in-service planning operations aligned with contracts
* Occasionally traveling worldwide to provide on-site campaign support
The ideal candidate for this role will bring a combination of educational qualifications, technical expertise, and professional experience. This is a fantastic opportunity for professionals eager to grow in demand and inventory planning.
Your qualifications:
* A Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain, or Logistics
* 3 years of professional experience in supplier management, project management, supply chain logistics, and technical documentation
* Proficiency in IT systems, including Python (basic knowledge), SQL (basic knowledge), SAP (advanced knowledge), and Google Workspace
* In-depth knowledge of Lean Management, Process Management, and Risk Management
* Fluency in both German and English at a negotiation level
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a service- and customer-oriented mindset
* Ability to work effectively in teams and demonstrate a high sense of responsibility and assertiveness
* Willingness to travel internationally, up to twice per year
* An unlimited employment contract
* A 35-hour workweek
* 30 days of annual vacation
* An annual salary of 78.000 €
* An attractive total package according to the Equal Pay Model
* Flexibility in overtime compensation, including time off or payout