Materials Planning Specialist

About this Position

Responsible for managing the material planning process for assigned suppliers and products, ensuring timely availability of raw and packaging materials to support production while maintaining optimal inventory levels.

What you´ll do

• Execute MRP activities, create purchase requisitions, and resolve planning alerts.
• Ensure material availability to support production schedules and inventory targets.
• Monitor inventory levels and take action on excess, shortage, or obsolete materials.
• Collaborate with suppliers on forecasts, delivery schedules, and supply risks.
• Escalate supply issues and communicate material constraints to Production Planners.
• Support product launches, phase-ins/phase-outs, and strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to align supply chain priorities.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities in planning processes.
• Utilize APS and other planning systems to improve efficiency and performance.
• Ensure compliance with Henkel Corporate Standards, SHE, and sustainability requirements.

What makes you a good fit

• Experience 2-5 years in Material Planning
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or a related field.
• Experience in material planning, inventory management, or supply chain operations.
• Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems and supply planning processes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and planning tools

Some perks of joining Henkel

• Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model, and work from anywhere policy for up to 30 days per year
• Diverse national and international growth opportunities
• Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
• Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
• Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
• Medical Coverage for employees and eligible dependents
• Additional EPF Contribution
• Dental, Health and Eye Screening etc for employees and eligible dependents
• Discounts on company products

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.