Public summary
A leading aerospace company in Germany is seeking a Supply Chain Specialist to join their team. The role involves managing customer demand, forecasting, material ordering, budget management, reporting, and improving supply chain processes. The candidate will collaborate across various departments including procurement, program management, finance, and contracts to ensure efficient supply chain operations and contract adherence. Experience using supply chain management software and data analytics tools is essential, as well as strong organizational and communication skills. This position offers a supportive work environment with benefits such as paid vacation, social benefits, flexible working hours, and various employee wellness programs.
Responsibilities
Provide performance and readiness reports; collaborate closely with procurement to drive purchasing decisions; analyze and adjust forecasts and supply plans to resolve business bottlenecks; coordinate supply status to meet program schedules; identify and resolve supply chain issues; lead cross-departmental coordination; analyze supply chain data to optimize reorder points and purchase quantities; support data collection on supplier and customer capabilities; ensure budget accountability for plans and orders.
Qualifications
Minimum 3 years experience in asset management, purchasing, supply chain, or supplier management; proficiency with supply chain software (JDA/SPM), Oracle BI, SQL, and SAP ERP systems; strong skills in Microsoft Excel; preferred Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain or related field; experience in aerospace or defense industry advantageous; excellent communication and organizational skills; detail-oriented with adaptability to changing priorities.