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Supply Planner

Job ID: 40845  | Location: Lodz, Poland, hybrid work

“Greater Chemistry – between People and Planet” – it is our Purpose which leads company’s Strategy:
      •  We are shaping the future with our customers. 
      •  We are accelerating innovation.
      •  We are leading the transition towards sustainability.
      •  We are building a culture of possibilities.
By joining us, you create an actual impact on sustainability, innovation, relations with the customers and development of your own career.

 

Are you passionate about solving complex supply chain puzzles and driving operational excellence? As our Supply Planner, you'll be at the heart of our operations, using cutting-edge optimization algorithms to orchestrate seamless production flows that deliver results. This is your opportunity to lead the Sales & Operations Execution process, make strategic decisions that directly impact business success, and collaborate with global teams in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your expertise will shape the future of our supply chain.

 

 

What will you be doing?

  • Develop detailed planning scenarios and create feasible production schedules using optimization algorithms considering operational constraints.
  • Plan strategic raw materials for allocated production lines and manage the purchase order process, including call-offs.
  • Monitor inventory levels (stock, WIP, and GIT) and initiate corrective actions to optimize availability according to sales forecasts and production plans.
  • Lead the Sales & Operations Execution (S&OE) process for assigned supply chains and coordinate components for lean production.
  • Communicate production plans, lead times, and capacity limitations to relevant stakeholders including Global Supply Managers.
  • Provide planning input to Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) tactical and strategic processes.
  • Report and analyse production lead times, delivery reliability of strategic raw materials, and planning scenarios.
  • Implement improvement measures and participate in developing new planning systems and logistics processes.
 


 
What are we looking for?

  • Industrial, Process, or Supply Chain engineering degree
  • 5+ years of experience with production planning, supply chain, or production
  • Proficnency in SAP system and Advanced Planning Systems (e.g., APO, Kinaxis)
  • Experience with linear optimization algorithms and financial calculations (COGS, Idle capacity costs, Inventory carrying costs)
  • Strong leadership skills and ability to take initiatives
  • Excellent problem-solving attitude and decision-making confidence
  • Language skills:
  • English fluent
  • German nice to have
 


 
What’s in it for you?

  • Possibility to work in a Top Employer 2024 certified company.
  • A rewarding challenge to further develop your skills in a professional work environment.
  • An opportunity to be a part of the team with great enthusiasm for the business and for delivering top class services.
  • Career development within our organization.
  • Language bonuses.
  • Relocation packages.
  • Internal and external trainings.
  • Benefits such as sport card (Multisport), private health care, additional life insurance.
  • Hybrid work model.
  • Language courses.
  • Corrective eyeglasses refund.
  • Performance related yearly bonus.
  • Broad range of initiatives provided by Social Team (cultural, sporty, loan found, various contest, occasional bonuses etc.).
  • Discount card for the various restaurants.
  • Integrational team events.
  • Possibility to participate in the charity activities.
  • Excellent working conditions in Monopolis complex in Lodz (wheelchair accessible workplace).

 

Your Contact
Zuzanna Glapińska Talent Acquisition Partner Telephone: +48 42 293 49 72 | mobile: +48 538 895 907| E-mail: zuzanna.glapinska@clariant.com #LI-ZG1

 

 

Clariant is a Swiss-based global specialty chemicals company, which is concentrated and developed in three business units: Care Chemicals, Catalysts and Adsorbents & Additives. Our purpose as a company is reflected in our tagline "Greater chemistry - between people and planet", which considers the principles of customer, innovation and people orientation, as well as a focus on creating solutions to foster sustainability in different industries by offering high-value and high-performance chemical specialties.
At Clariant, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion are essential to our success. We strive to cultivate a workplace where all employees feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued. Our diverse workforce allows us to tap into a wealth of perspectives, experiences, and capabilities that drive innovation. We are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for professional growth and advancement across all levels of the organization, based on objective criteria and regardless of gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, protected veteran status ,age, disability, sexual orientation or other aspects of diversity in accordance with the relevant governing laws. By bringing together talented individuals with diverse backgrounds and viewpoints, we gain the agility to meet the evolving needs of our global customers and communities. Join our team to help advance our mission of fostering a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive.

 

 

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