Material Planner Specialist

Dayco is a global leader in the research, design, manufacture, and distribution of essential engine belt drive systems and aftermarket services for automotive, truck, construction, agriculture, and industrial applications. We accomplish this with a dedicated global team that respects one another, shows humility through continuous learning, and acts like owners in everything we do. We are looking for a talented Material Planner Specialist to join our Logistics Department at our Burolo, Ivrea (TO) office in Italy. A Material Planner Specialist (MPS) plays a critical role in the supply chain and manufacturing process by ensuring that the right materials are available at the right time to meet production schedules. The MPS is responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing the flow of materials and inventory necessary for production. They work closely with procurement, production, and logistics teams to ensure timely delivery and efficient inventory control, reducing delays and optimizing costs. Duties and Responsibilities: Make an overall analysis of the MRP purchasing plan by Vendor/SKU to identify significant volume constraints by product type/sku and escalate to the immediate supervisor, if necessary. Issue purchase/resupply orders to internal and external vendors according to their lead-times and Moq. Monitor vendors delivery performances to prevent customers backlog and/or low CFR applying to the immediate supervisor to investigate alternative solutions when necessary. Reschedule deliveries with vendors following the major demand changes to prevent the customers backlog and low CFR on one side or excessive stock on the other. Cooperate with the Demand Planner to investigate and remove the root causes of the major deviations in the purchasing plan, when necessary. Support the customer service in scheduling the delivery dates of customers’ orders, when necessary or requested, and communicating the recovery of the customers’ backlog. Support the Account Payable Dpt. To clarify the discrepancies between the received quantity and the shipping documents quantity. Cooperate with multiple teams across the EMEA Aftermarket Business Unit including, Customer Service, Siop Specialist, Product Management, Purchasing. Checking inventory entries and their impacts on inventory value. Knowledge and Experience: Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Economics, logistic, engineering or related fields with a focus on Integrated Supply Chain. Good knowledge of English, minimum B2. Proficiency with MS Office (PowerPoint, Word and Excel). Knowledge of AS400 is considered a plus. Minimum of 3/4 years of experience in logistics - procurement department. Skills: Planning and Organization. Communication and Teamwork. Problem Solving and accuracy. Flexibility. Analytical mindset. Proactivity. More information: Workplace: Burolo (TO) Type: Full-time hybrid position Dayco is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity. All applications for vacant positions will be welcomed and considered on the relative merits of the applicant against the role profile for the position regardless of color, race, nationality, ethnic origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, or belief. J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: burolo, IT

Posted Date: 4/25/2025