Material Planner – Procurement

SYNLAB Nigeria

. Establish and further develop standardized material planning for SYNLAB Germany .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeAugsburg • GermanyMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in material planning and inventory management, with a strong focus on data analysis, ERP systems, and process optimization. Proficient in developing KPIs and driving sustainable improvements in supply chain operations.

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Material PlanningInventory ManagementSAP ExperienceData AnalysisERP Systems

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Hard Skills

Material PlanningInventory ManagementData AnalysisKPI DevelopmentMRP LogicMin/Max PlanningReorder-Point LogicSafety Stock ManagementExcel ProficiencyProcurement

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsStructured Working StyleCommitment to QualitySelf-Directed WorkProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

SAPMicrosoft Dynamics NAVERP Systems

Industry Keywords

Supply Chain ManagementMaterials ManagementProcurementSupply PlanningMaster Data Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Establish and further develop standardized material planning for SYNLAB Germany
Define and optimize planning concepts based on MRP, min./max., and reorder-point logic
Analyze consumption, demand, and inventory data to continuously improve material availability
Define and maintain safety stocks, coverage periods, and planning parameters
Identify and reduce excess inventory, stockouts, and planning risks
Cleanse and harmonize item and planning data
Develop KPIs and analyses for managing inventory levels and availability
Work closely with Master Data Management and IT/ERP teams
Support the migration of material planning to the future SAP system landscape
Establish material planning within the existing Microsoft Dynamics NAV ERP landscape, followed by the migration of processes, master data, and planning parameters to SAP

Requirements

What you’ll need

Successfully completed vocational training or a degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, or a comparable field
Experience in material planning, materials management, inventory management, procurement, or supply planning
Good knowledge of ERP systems; SAP experience is particularly advantageous
Strong analytical skills and a high affinity for numbers
Proficient in data analysis and Excel
Structured, precise, and self-directed working style
Strong commitment to quality in master data, processes, and systems
Data-driven decision-making based on facts and KPIs
Ability to identify relationships between consumption, inventory, and availability
Willingness to challenge existing settings and drive sustainable process improvements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Initially limited to two years, with a clear prospect of a long-term collaboration and transition to a permanent employment contract
Hybrid work arrangement