Procurement Planning Specialist with Italian (m/f/d)

The   Procurement Planning Specialis t  with Italian ensures uninterrupted availability of raw materials, packaging, labels, and other components   required   for production.    As Procurement Planning Specialist you will combine operational purchasing, materials planning, supplier coordination, and inventory optimization. You will support execution of production plans, contribute to inventory and service level targets, and ensure efficient material flows, including VMI/consignment solutions, within the supply chain.   As part of the GBS Business Support Services team, you will report to the Procurement Planning Team Leader. Your responsibilities will include following defined work instructions, executing tasks with accuracy and timeliness, managing operational escalations, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across Procurement and Supply Chain.     Location:   Wrocław, Curie- Skłodowskiej   12   Work model:   Hybrid (3 office days/week)   Key Responsibilities   1. Material Planning & Procurement   Execute long ‑   and short ‑ term   purchasing   plans for raw materials, packaging, labels, and other production components.   Manage MRP signals,   validate   requirements,   monitor   master data accuracy, and align ordering with production and demand plans.   Maintain   component   availability to achieve service and   production   continuity targets.   Support new product launches, packaging changes, and promotional activities to ensure readiness and OTIF delivery.   Replenishment of GFR (Goods for Resale) portfolio, according to demand and stock targets   Take part in activities for implementing new GFR items,   optimizing   portfolio with marketing team   Coordinate   deliveries   with   logistic   carriers   Align with local warehouses on deliveries   2. Supplier & Inventory Management   Manage consignment warehouses, Pipe Chain, VMI accounts, min/max settings, and supplier onboarding and training.   Track supplier performance (OTIF, capacity, delays),   identifying   risks   and proposing corrective measures.   Coordinate artwork approval and packaging transitions, minimizing   obsolescence   and reducing slow ‑ moving stock.   Optimize   inventory levels and contribute to root ‑ cause analysis on shortages or overstock.   3. Business Service Excellence & Collaboration   Work closely with Planning, Production, Sourcing, Marketing, Commercial, Warehouse, R&D, and Finance.   Participate in complaint/quality resolution processes with cross ‑ functional teams.   Support invoice reconciliation and resolve discrepancies with AP and suppliers.   Provide professional,   timely   communication to internal stakeholders and suppliers.   4. Systems, Data & Continuos Improvement Maintain purchasing parameters in ERP/SAP and ensure high data accuracy.   Identify   process gaps, recommend enhancements, and contribute to CI projects.   Support regional alignment of Procurement Planning processes and team workload balancing.

Secondary or higher education; preferred degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or related   area .   Experience in procurement, materials planning, or supply   chain;   manufacturing/FMCG experience is an advantage.   Fluency   in English and Italian is required.   Strong MS Office skills (especially Excel).   Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred).   Solid understanding of business operations and supply chain flows.   How we work: At PPG, we bring teams together to accelerate collaboration and career development, with in-person work Monday through Thursday and the opportunity to work remotely on Flexible Fridays. Schedules may vary by location.

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