Supply Chain Planner (Europe)

As a Planner, you will be the key link between production capacity and customer demand across various sites in Europe. Your responsibility is to optimize the use of both internal and external film resources, ensuring that planning is efficient, cost-effective, and responsive to market changes. This position plays a vital part in coordinating supply chain activities—ranging from forecasting and scheduling to inventory management and supplier collaboration. You'll be working cross-functionally with departments such as Sales, Operations, and Production, while staying alert to changes in demand and capacity. Key responsibilities:

• Create and adjust production plans in line with customer forecasts and available capacity.
• Coordinate internal and external resources to meet demand efficiently.
• Track execution vs. plan and make timely adjustments when deviations occur.
• Improve forecast accuracy in collaboration with Sales and Corporate Operations.
• Monitor inventory levels and ensure optimal stock positions (avoiding overstock or product expiry).
• Plan film extrusion based on forecast data, intake, and plant capacity.
• Manage intercompany and third-party work orders; place orders with suppliers when required.
• Contribute to long-term planning, supply chain improvements, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Stay informed on industry trends and suggest actionable improvements to the planning process.