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Senior Material Planning Specialist

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We are looking for a Senior Material Planning Specialist to join a Procurement & Supply Chain team in the industrial/manufacturing industry. This role requires expertise in material planning and ensuring smooth operations in a fast-paced environment.

Updated on 09/01/2026

  • Opportunity to grow in a dynamic manufacturing environment
  • Structured role with strong cross-functional collaboration

About Our Client

Our client is an established company in the industrial/manufacturing sector, known for its excellence in production and supply chain operations.

Job Description

  • Plan and control material requirements in line with production schedules, demand forecasts, and inventory targets.
  • Manage material planning parameters and reporting through ERP/MRP systems (preferably IFS).
  • Monitor stock levels, lead times, minimum order quantities, and supplier deliveries to ensure material availability.
  • Work in close coordination with purchasing, production, sales, and warehouse teams to maintain smooth material flow.
  • Analyze planning data, prepare regular reports, and support decision-making with accurate insights.
  • Apply lean principles such as JIT and Kanban to improve material planning efficiency.
  • Identify potential supply risks in advance and take preventive actions.
  • Support continuous improvement activities related to planning accuracy and inventory performance.



The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or related Engineering fields; or in Business Administration, Logistics, International Trade, or similar disciplines.
  • Minimum 3-4 years of experience in material planning, procurement, or purchasing (preferably in the automotive sector).
  • Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (preferably IFS).
  • Familiarity with quality management systems such as IATF 16949 and ISO 9001.
  • Proficiency in MS Office applications with advanced Excel skills.
  • Understanding of lean manufacturing systems such as JIT (Just in Time) and Kanban.
  • Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent command of written and spoken English.
  • Detail-oriented, disciplined, and a good team player



What's on Offer

Opportunities to work with a large-scale industrial/manufacturing company.

Collaborative and professional work environment at the Tekirdag location.

If you are passionate about material planning and want to contribute to a leading organization in the industrial/manufacturing industry, we encourage you to apply.

Consultant
Elif Celebi
Quote job ref
JN-102025-6852363

Job summary

Sector
Logistics, Procurement & Supply Chain
Sub Sector
Supply Planning
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Tekirdağ
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Elif Celebi
Job Reference
JN-102025-6852363