Materials Scheduler

**Position Overview**:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Materials Scheduler (M/F/d) to join our team at our Special Lightweight Structures and Facades Engineering Company. As a Materials Scheduler (M/F/d), you will play a critical role in ensuring the timely and efficient procurement, allocation and distribution of materials required for our specialised lightweight structures and facades projects. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, procurement, production and project management to optimise material availability and support the successful execution of projects.

**Your Tasks**:
**Materials Planning and Scheduling**:

- Develop and implement comprehensive materials planning and scheduling strategies, taking into account project timelines, production capacity and inventory levels.

**Inventory Management**:

- Monitor and maintain optimal inventory levels of raw materials, components and finished products, considering demand variability and production lead times.

**Demand Forecasting**:

- Collaborate with project managers and engineering teams to forecast material requirements for upcoming projects, ensuring accurate demand projections and minimising shortages.

**Supplier Collaboration**:

- Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and resolve any supply chain disruptions or issues.

**Production Coordination**:

- Coordinate with production teams to align material availability with production schedules, preventing production delays due to material shortages.

**ERP Utilisation**:

- Utilise the company's ERP system to manage material planning, procurement and inventory tracking, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records.

**Risk Management**:

- Identify potential risks in connection with the availability of materials, supplier performance and demand fluctuations. Develop mitigation strategies to address them.

**Process Improvement**:

- Continuously assess and improve material planning and scheduling processes, identifying opportunities for increased efficiency, cost savings and reduced lead times.

**Cross-Functional Collaboration**:

- Collaborate closely with engineering, procurement, project management and production teams to align on material requirements and project timelines.

**Reporting and Analytics**:

- Generate regular reports and analyses related to material availability, inventory levels, procurement performance and other key metrics to support decision-making.

**Training and Mentorship**:

- Provide guidance and mentorship to Junior Materials Scheduling team members, fostering their professional growth and development.

**Your Profile**:

- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business or a related field. Master's degree is a plus. Proven experience (5+ years) in materials scheduling, procurement or supply chain management, preferably in an engineering or construction-related industry.
- Strong knowledge of materials planning concepts, inventory management techniques and supply chain best practices. Experience with ERP systems and software used for materials planning and inventory control.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to anticipate and mitigate supply chain disruptions. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external suppliers.

**What We Offer You**:

- Competitive salary package
- Comprehensive benefits package (e.g. company pension scheme with attractive employer contribution)
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Collaborative, inclusive and intercultural work environment
- A high degree of responsibility and initiative with room for the realisation of new ideas
- Opportunity to work on innovative and cutting-edge projects
- Flexible working hours and 30 days annual leave
- Activities such as company yoga and joint company lunches