As a Material Planner at Gutor Electronics, you will be responsible for managing the flow of materials to meet production requirements and customer demands ( *This is support role for a 6 months contract).You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient procurement, inventory optimization and scheduling of materials from international suppliers. Your role will involve collaborating with suppliers, monitoring inventory levels and implementing measures to optimize inventory turns and reduce excess or obsolete stock. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESExecution of material planning and procurement for assigned commoditiesCollaborate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and resolve any supply chain issuesTracking of outstanding Order Confirmations and supervision/maintaining of delivery dates in ERP-SystemCreation, checking and updating of vendor, material master data and ERP parametersMonitor inventory levels and implement measures to optimize inventory turns and reduce excess or obsolete stockCreate and share demand forecasts based on historical data to make informed decisions regarding material requirements.Support with/Setting up of frame contracts and Logistic AgreementsHandling of quality issues and quality improvements with suppliers including organisation of shipments of supplier returnsChecking of assessment notice of custom for imports and allocation to Purchase orderSupport on supplier rating (inputs from daily business)Development and implementation of process improvementsCreation of request for quotation and preparation of decision overviewsSupplier invoice check KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS – REQUIREDUnderstanding of supply chain and inventory management principles and practicesProficiency in using ERP/SAP R/3 or R/4 system and proficient MS Excel skills.Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing prioritiesSolid working knowledge of German and English ( please submit CV in English language ) PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:Proactive, flexible, accurate, reliable, communicative, autonomous, team player, service-based, responsible, assertiveness jid928d697je jit0938je jiy25je