For our client, a world leader in the supply of plain bearings for the automotive, marine, rail, industrial engine, and machinery sectors, we are looking for a Assistant Material Planner (m/w/d) in Stuttgart.
Position Overview:
As an Assistant Material Planner, you will play a vital role in coordinating logistics, planning, and customer service activities. You will help ensure optimal delivery performance, inventory control, and strong customer relationships.
Key Responsibilities:
- Communicate effectively with: Customers regarding order entry, planning, logistics, and special requirements, Internal departments; external logistics service providers and warehouses
- Monitor and control deliveries to European customers while maintaining appropriate stock levels
- Liaise and negotiate with customers and suppliers to ensure efficient order handling
- Receive and manage customer orders in the system
- Plan cost-effective delivery routes and ensure high on-time delivery performance
- Maintain accurate data and master information in the ERP system
- Provide customer service support, including complaint handling
- Ensure adherence to quality standards (e.g. IATF and customer-specific requirements)
- Provide administrative support within the Materials, Planning, and Logistics team
- Participate in internal and external meetings
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of customer service processes
- Perform other relevant tasks and projects as assigned by the line manager
Your Profile:
- Experience in an international customer service/logistics function, including import coordination into the EU
- Background in material planning and stock management
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to changes
- Fluent English skills (spoken and written); at least basic proficiency in German
- Experience communicating with customers and providing accurate, helpful support
- Strong team player with a flexible, collaborative mindset
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and experience with ERP systems
Desirable (Not Mandatory):
- Experience working in international trade or multicultural teams
- Background in the automotive sector
Our offer to you:
- An exciting environment and cutting-edge projects at global brands and hidden champions
- Personal and individual support by our Account Managers and HR team
- Be part of the Nash direct team and connect with your colleagues throughout Germany.
For over 30 years, Nash direct has been helping remarkable people to win exciting roles at world- leading technology companies in Germany. Our Mission is to give our employees the best possible experience in working with us.
Contact:
Aspasia Joannidou
Executive Recruiter
Tel.: +49 711 20705 231
Mobil: +49 151 11323422
aspasia.joannidou@nashdirect.de
Internet: www.nashdirect.de
