Are you passionate about orchestrating supply chain planning to ensure the right products reach the right place at the right time? Then join us in our mission to pioneer smarter solutions for moving and transforming water, reducing energy consumption, and enhancing quality of life for people.
As our new Master Planner, you will be driving end-to-end production and supply planning processes that balance demand, capacity, and inventory to keep our global operations running seamlessly. You'll be part of a diverse, supportive and inclusive culture, that celebrates our differences and puts people first by fostering growth, well-being, and a sense of belonging.
What you will be doing
As a key part of the Supply Chain Planning team, you'll create impact by Optimizing planning processes that directly improve delivery performance, reduce lead times, and support Grundfos's mission to pioneer sustainable water solutions worldwide.
Your main responsibilities include:
- Develop and maintain master production schedules aligned with demand forecasts, capacity constraints, and inventory targets
- Collaborate with demand planning, procurement, and production teams to ensure feasible and balanced supply plans
- Monitor and adjust plans in response to supply disruptions, demand changes, and capacity shifts to maintain service levels
- Drive continuous improvement of planning parameters including safety stocks, lead times, and lot sizes in ERP systems
- Analyze planning KPIs such as schedule adherence, inventory turns, and service levels to identify optimization opportunities
- Participate in S&OP processes by providing supply-side insights and scenario analyses to support decision-making
What makes you a great fit
Above all, you are a detail-oriented supply chain professional with strong analytical skills, a collaborative mindset, and a proven ability to manage complex planning processes in a manufacturing environment. We would also imagine that you have:
- Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business, or a related field
- 5+ years of experience in master planning, production planning, or supply chain planning within manufacturing
- Strong working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (SAP preferred) and advanced Excel skills
- Solid understanding of S&OP processes, inventory management, and capacity planning principles
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
It is a plus if you also:
- APICS/ASCM certification (CPIM or CSCP)
- Experience with advanced planning tools or supply chain analytics platforms
- Familiarity with Lean or Six Sigma methodologies
Why you will love working here
We care! Day to day, you can look forward to:
- A working environment built around your needs, with flexible hours, home working opportunities and parental support.
- Annual bonuses, health insurance and a strong focus on well-being activities.
- Three days' additional paid leave for volunteering in your community.
- Access to on-demand training and learning sessions and carefully structured programmes to pursue personal and professional development opportunities.
We are inclusive! Celebrating and valuing our differences helps us see possibilities where others can't. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from all abilities, experiences, and backgrounds.
Are you ready to unlock possibilities at Grundfos? Apply today!
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