Supply Chain and Planning Specialist (m/f/d) - Production Planning / Material Management / SAP (MM/PP / English / German
Project: For our client based in Rotkreuz, we are looking for a Supply Chain and Planning Specialist (m/f/d).
Background:
Sensor & Cartridge Operations manufactures sensors, strips, electrochemical electrodes and calibration solutions for our Point-of-Care analysis instruments. We are seeking a specialist to manage the production program of the Blood Gas & Electrodes (BGE) portfolio, ensuring the reliability of market supply through rigorous planning and cross-functional collaboration.
In this role, you will be responsible for translating demand into executable production schedules. Beyond daily execution, you will be expected to drive process stability, maintain high data integrity within SAP, and actively participate in the continuous improvement of our supply chain operations.
The Perfect Candidate brings 1-3 years of operational experience in Production Planning. Essential qualifications include strong practical knowledge of ERP systems, specifically SAP (MM/PP). Furthermore, the role requires strong quantitative analysis skills and an affinity for data. Fluency in both English and German is mandatory.
Tasks & Responsibilities:
• Production Planning & Execution: Develop and maintain the production schedule for the BGE portfolio to ensure full supply continuity and timely delivery to the Mannheim distribution center.
• Inventory & Parameter Management: actively manage semi-finished goods inventory. Regularly review and optimize material requirements planning (MRP) parameters-including safety stocks, lot sizes, and lead times-to balance service levels with inventory targets
• Risk Management & Resolution: Proactively identify potential supply bottlenecks or capacity constraints. Lead cross-functional actions with Production, Quality, and Procurement to mitigate risks before they impact the market
• Master Data Maintenance: Ensure the accuracy of planning master data within the ERP system to support reliable automated planning runs
• Lifecycle Management: Coordinate material phase-in/phase-out activities, minimizing obsolescence costs while ensuring availability for new product introductions
Must Haves:
• Education & Experience: A degree in Business Administration or Supply Chain Management
• Min. 1-3 years of operational experience in Production Planning or Material Management.
• ERP Expertise: A strong practical knowledge of ERP systems, ideally SAP (MM/PP), with a clear understanding of how master data accuracy drives planning reliability.
• Analytical Proficiency: strong quantitative analysis skills and an affinity for data, enabling you to process complex operational information and support decision-making with solid evidence.
• Communication: demonstrate high interface competence, capable of effectively managing stakeholders across Global Supply Chain, Production, and Procurement to resolve conflicts
• Continuous Improvement: a proactive problem-solver who works independently and thrives in a performance-oriented, dynamic environment.
• Fluent in English & German.
Reference No.: 924682
Role: Supply Chain and Planning Specialist (m/f/d)
Industry: Pharma
Location: Rotkreuz
Workload: 100%
Start: February 1st, 2026 (latest start: April 1st, 2026)
Duration: 12++ Months
Deadline: January 16th, 2026
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ITech Consult is an ISO 9001:2015-certified Swiss company with offices in Germany and Ireland. ITech Consult specializes in placing highly qualified candidates for temporary staffing in the fields of IT, life sciences, and engineering. We offer temporary staffing and payroll services. This is free of charge for our candidates, and we do not charge any additional fees for payroll services.