Material Planner
- Full-time
- Company Field: Supply Chain Management & Logistics
Company Description
With Enpal we are pursuing the dream of building the largest renewables community in Europe.
How do we do this? Enpal finally makes solar easy: We rent solar systems, electricity storage devices, wall boxes and heat pumps at an all-inclusive rate, supplemented by a low-cost green electricity rate, and intelligently networked to form an integrated overall solution. True to the motto “digital, decentralized and 100% renewable“, our heart beats both for the rapid development of a company and for combating the greatest challenge of our generation — climate change.
As the first green unicorn in Germany, we see it as our duty to further advance our mission of green energy for everyone. Be part of this success story and change the world together with us!
Job Description
About the Role
We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Material Planner to join our Material Planning team. In this role, you will ensure the timely and efficient management and distribution of materials essential for Enpal’s core operations. This is a critical position for a detail-oriented professional with a strong grasp of supply chain management, procurement processes, and inventory control in the renewable energy sector.
The Material Planner is responsible for ensuring the availability of materials at the right time and place to support seamless operations. This role requires meticulous inventory monitoring, effective stakeholder coordination, and proactive problem-solving to mitigate risks related to material shortages or surpluses. The ideal candidate will act as a key liaison between production, logistics, and procurement teams, ensuring alignment and smooth execution of supply chain activities.
Key Responsibilities
Inventory Management
Monitor inventory levels across all warehouses to ensure adequate stock is available.
Analyze stock data to identify risks of shortages or surpluses and implement mitigation strategies.
Stakeholder Coordination
Analyze stock data to identify risks of shortages or surpluses and implement mitigation strategies. Develop and maintain effective call structures to follow up with internal stakeholders, driving accountability and progress.
Collaborate with production, logistics, and procurement teams to align efforts and ensure material availability.
Communicate material shortages, surpluses, and associated risks to relevant stakeholders with transparency and urgency.
Process Management
Monitor and track supply plan timeliness, identifying bottlenecks and working with teams to resolve delays.
Proactively address challenges in procurement or logistics to minimize disruptions in material delivery.
Continuous Improvement
Analyze processes and workflows to identify areas for efficiency improvements in material planning and supply chain operations.
Provide input for the development and implementation of tools or systems to enhance inventory and material planning accuracy.
Qualifications
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
Experience: at least 1 year of experience in Inventory management, procurement, or supply chain management, preferably in the renewable energy sector.
Skills: Strong understanding of MRP/ERP systems and inventory management principles, excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, effective communication, and interpersonal skills.
Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and supply chain management software.
English is a must C1 and German is a plus
Preferred Qualifications
Industry Experience: Experience in the photovoltaic or renewable energy industry.
Certifications: Certification in supply chain management (e.g., APICS CPIM or CSCP).
Methodologies: Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
Additional Information
At Enpal we are proud of the diversity of our team. Neither when hiring nor during the employment relationship are decisions made on the basis of skin color, religion or religious belief, ethnic or national origin, nationality, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or age. Enpal stands for a safe workplace and takes action against discrimination and harassment of any kind.