Senior Material Planning Manager (m/f/d) - MRP | Inventory & Material Lifecycle Management

Material Lifecycle Management

• Monitor product and supplier lifecycle developments across the REPA Group and define appropriate ERP and MRP strategies to ensure optimal service and inventory performance.
• Perform regular SKU and storage strategy reviews based on regional demand patterns and consumption data, deriving recommendations for local and central stocking concepts.
• Support Product Management, Sales, and Procurement during new product introductions, supplier onboarding activities, and product phase-out processes.
• Define and further develop master data requirements to ensure efficient planning processes, system functionality, and automation opportunities.
• Drive the development and continuous improvement of strategic material management concepts in close collaboration with key stakeholders.

End-to-End Supply Chain Planning

• Support the design and execution of an integrated Forecast-to-Supply planning process and its interfaces to Purchase-to-Pay, Order-to-Cash, Product Lifecycle Management, and Master Data Management.
• Contribute to the operational SIOP (Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning) process by coordinating cross-functional stakeholders from Sales, Finance, Product Management, Logistics, and Procurement.
• Collaborate closely with operations, materials management, and other business functions to ensure aligned planning decisions and supply chain performance.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and support the implementation of best-practice planning standards across the organization.

Qualifications

• Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or a comparable field of study. Alternatively, a commercial or technical apprenticeship combined with relevant professional experience.
• At least 5-7 years of professional experience in Material Management, Inventory Planning, Demand Planning, Supply Planning, or Operational Planning within an international distribution, wholesale, or industrial environment.
• Strong expertise in managing complex material flows in high-volume and dynamic business environments.
• In-depth understanding of end-to-end business processes and the interactions between Sales, Procurement, Master Data Management, Logistics, and Supply Chain Planning.
• Advanced knowledge of ERP and MRP systems and proven experience as a key user in planning environments.
• Experience with SAP, KetteQ, Microsoft Dynamics NAV, AS400, or comparable planning and ERP platforms is highly desirable.
• Practical experience in ERP and MRP implementation projects within international, multi-site warehouse or distribution networks.
• Strong knowledge of product and material lifecycle management processes.
• Excellent analytical and conceptual thinking skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable recommendations.
• Highly structured and solution-oriented way of working.
• Ability to independently drive complex topics and influence stakeholders across functions.
• Strong communication skills with the confidence to work effectively across all organizational levels.
• Fluent German and English language skills, both written and spoken (minimum C1 level).

Additional Information

In addition to a secure job in an internationally successful, fast-growing and family-friendly group of companies, you can also expect:

• Attractive remuneration package (split into 13 salaries)
• 30 days vacation
• Hybrid working model with flexible working hours and flexitime account in a 40-hour week
• Company pension scheme
• Canteen with subsidized lunch
• Individual training and development opportunities
• Casual dress code
• Regular employee events
• Employees recruit employees-bonus
• Corporate benefits
• Job ticket
• Free employee parking spaces
• All the traditional benefits like health insurance, paid time away while you re-energize – don’t worry, we’ve got you covered

Have we sparked your interest?

Then apply today! We look forward to receiving your online application . :-)

REPA welcomes diversity and is an equal opportunities employer. All qualified applicants are considered regardless of race, religion, skin color, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.

Do you have questions? We will be happy to answer them! Please send an e-mail to Nadine : .

REPA Deutschland GmbH

Nadine Fischer

Gadastr. 4, 85232 Bergkirchen www.repagroup.com

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, beliefs, age, disability or other characteristics.

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