Senior Supply Planner (all genders)

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Want your story to be part of our story?

When children take charming schleich® figures and playsets into their hands, they embark on adventures into wonderful fantasy worlds. Every dinosaur, every elephant, and every fairy is the beginning of an exciting new story. Our vision: Shaping storytellers for life.  And your story starts right here.
 
Let’s be inspired together by the joy of storytelling, while also continuing to tell the story of Schleich – and its journey from traditional toy manufacturer to a globally loved brand. Be part of our amazing transformation story.
 
We will support you, give you ownership, and the opportunity to work internationally and digitally in a dynamic environment. Let’s take on and master all the challenges that lie in store for us. Take the opportunity to grow with us and achieve something tangible.
 
Working at Schleich. Make your mark.

The following adventures await you at Schleich:

  • Managing the entire process of purchasing figurines, playsets, and components, from initial requirement planning to final inbound deliveries at our global locations (EU/US/APAC)
  • Optimizing customer order fulfillment (OTIF) and inventory turns of materials and suppliers, based on aligned demand/supply plans, in close collaboration with Customer Service, Sales, and Order Management
  • Leading efforts to drive improvements in lead time, on-time delivery, and logistics cost across the supply chain; initiating root cause analysis and corrective actions when necessary
  • Providing strategic supply options for Sales and Marketing promotional activities, while playing a key role in the E2E product development process
  • Acting as a key stakeholder and functional lead in the S&OP Supplier Review, introducing enhancements to reporting processes and driving continuous improvements
  • Playing a pivotal role in large-scale projects to optimize production and distribution network performance, working closely with Strategic Procurement, Logistics, and the Technical Center
  • Spearheading initiatives to streamline supply planning routines, increasing speed, reliability, and scalability to meet growing operational demands
  • Leading the development and refinement of daily, weekly, and monthly KPI reporting, and reviewing performance metrics with cross-functional groups and senior management
  • Continuously seeking opportunities to optimize current processes, reduce inefficiencies, and implement lean practices that will enhance productivity and scalability
  • As a senior team member, you'll also have the potential to grow into a functional leadership role, driving supply chain strategies and innovations across the organization

Your story so far: 

  • You have completed a university degree with a focus on Business Administration, Supply Chain, Economics, Engineering, or a related field
  • You have 5+ years of professional experience in Supply Planning, Supply Chain, or Procurement, preferably in an international environment and within the CPG/FMCG sector
  • You are fluent in English, and good German language skills (spoken and written) are a strong advantage
  • You are a natural team player across departments and enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams at all levels
  • You have experience with statistical analysis and are comfortable using data to drive decision-making
  • You have an advanced working knowledge of MS Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
  • Experience with SAP ERP is required, and knowledge of Power BI is highly beneficial; experience with SAP IBP and Python is a plus
  • You possess excellent communication skills, with a proven ability to lead cross-functional projects and teams
  • You are a strong out-of-the-box thinker with a passion for continuous improvement and problem-solving
  • You are open to traveling up to 10% of the time and enjoy working in a global setting
  • You are proactive and can navigate challenges while contributing to long-term strategic improvements in the supply chain

No kingdoms nor mountains of gold, but many other rewards:

  • No two days are the same in this career like no other. Work in a dynamic, diverse environment that offers individual career and development opportunities. All our employees also have access to numerous online courses via our training platform.
  • Let’s write the Schleich story together. Be part of a motivated team of people who support and inspire each other and celebrate success together.
  • We aim to please. We offer an attractive, fair salary with additional benefits that are regularly reviewed and updated.
  • Appetizing! We offer a meal allowance of 82.60 CKR per working day.
  • You can also enjoy great discounts on our schleich® products – a great bonus for kids and adults alike.And what about your adventures outside of Schleich?
  • You can count on 30 days of paid leave per year and a hybrid working model with no core working hours.

Would you like to play a part in our story?

We look forward to receiving your online application. It’s speedy, simple, and secure – your personal data is safe with us. Your CV/resume is all we need.
 
Got questions about what the role involves? Want to check the status of your application? Alexandra will be glad to assist you further: lapo.pastacaldi@schleich-s.com