PLANNING AND PURCHASING SPECIALIST

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• Materials Planning & Inventory Management: Manage short-, mid-, and long-term material requirements for tobacco and non-tobacco materials, considering demand, specifications, inventory targets, sourcing, lead times, and shelf life. Optimize inventory levels and minimize material write-offs.
• Purchasing & Delivery Coordination: Manage purchase orders, supplier confirmations, delivery follow-up, and purchasing data in SAP. Support timely material availability, accurate shipping documentation, and resolution of invoice and goods receipt issues.
• Supplier & Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with suppliers and internal teams, including Planning, R&D, Global Procurement, GBS, Finance, Quality, Production, and Warehouse, to resolve supply and purchasing issues and support smooth operations.
• New Product Launches & Projects: Coordinate material readiness for new launches, factory tests, and global and local material projects. Identify opportunities for cost optimization and improved inventory management.
• Quality & Supplier Management: Coordinate the resolution of defective materials with suppliers, follow up on corrective and preventive actions, and arrange supplier technical support when required.
• Systems, Continuous Improvement & Compliance: Maintain accurate SAP material master data, support monthly planning activities in IBP, continuously improve processes, and ensure compliance with applicable safety, quality, company, and regulatory requirements.

• University degree, preferably in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in a planning or procurement function; cross-functional experience is an advantage.
• Fluent English, both written and spoken.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Flexible and able to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, including advanced Excel.
• SAP system knowledge.

• Annual Performance-based Bonus
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Personal Development Programs
• Medical, Dental & Vision Plan for employees & eligible family members
• Life Insurance
• Matching 401(k)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Family Leave
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Education/Tuition Assistance
• Volunteering Activities
• Employee Assistance Program

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Next Steps:

After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure: Phone screening with Talent Advisor > Assessment tests > Interviews > Offer. Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type.

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