Job Description
The Demand Planner plays a crucial role in ensuring the timely and efficient procurement of products. Key responsibilities include building strong relationships with suppliers, staying up-to-date with industry trends, and establishing long-term purchasing arrangements when beneficial to the company.
Main Responsibilities:
1. Maintain strong working relationships with vendors in Italy.
2. Stay informed about industry trends and negotiate advantageous purchasing contracts.
3. Verify product deliveries against issued purchase orders and address discrepancies with vendors.
4. Confirm purchases by comparing items requested to master lists, clarifying unclear items, and recommending alternatives.
5. Prioritize and prepare purchase orders by verifying logistics details.
6. Procure items by forwarding orders to suppliers, monitoring, and expediting delivery.
7. Validate receipt of items by comparing received items to ordered items, resolving any errors or discrepancies with suppliers.
8. AUTHORIZE payment for purchases by submitting receiving documentation.
9. Maintain organized records by sorting and filing documents.
10. Provide data-driven insights on purchasing planning and control by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing relevant information.
11. Enhance job knowledge through continuous learning opportunities.
12. Sustain organizational objectives by completing tasks as assigned by the Purchasing Manager.
Requirements
* Fluent English (Spoken and Written) - Essential
* Italian language skills (Spoken and Written) - Desirable
* At least 3 years of experience in a similar role - Desirable
* Familiarity with demand planning processes - Desirable
* Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
* Self-motivated and able to complete tasks efficiently.
* Accuracy in task completion, including data entry.
* High level of integrity.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office/Excel.
* Familiarity with Microsoft Navision or similar systems - Desirable.
* Ongoing tasks as assigned by the Purchasing Manager.
Benefits Package
* Pension contribution up to 3%
* Life Assurance Plan
* Bonus Structure
* Employee discount on all our products