Vacant job

We are currently looking for a long-term consulting assignment for someone with experience working as an operational purchaser/material planner. - Scope: Full-time - Start: Immediately - Duration: Until 2026-12-30, possibly longer. You will be employed by Poolia but will work at our client's site. Opportunity for remote work 2 days/week once you are settled in..

About the position

The purchasing team consists of 13-15 employees responsible for different parts of the assortment. The planning department plays a crucial role in managing the assortment of healthcare and consumables and ensuring that the customer receives deliveries as per the agreement.

Your main tasks

As an operational purchaser/material planner, you are responsible for ensuring that the right materials are in place at the right time, at the right cost, and with the right quality. The role is central to the supply chain and involves close collaboration with suppliers, warehouses, other operations, and other functions within the supply chain. You will work both operationally and proactively with planning, monitoring, and improving material flows. Responsibilities • Operational purchasing and material planning based on forecasts and needs • Ensure delivery precision and optimal inventory levels • Order placement, delivery monitoring, and deviation management • Engage in dialogue and follow-up with suppliers regarding lead times, capacity, and improvement measures • Analysis of forecasts, consumption, turnover rates, and safety stock • Contribute to the development of planning processes and working methods • Participate in planning meetings and prepare materials for decision-making

Who are you?

To be considered for the role, you need to meet the following criteria: You have an academic degree in logistics, industrial economics, economics, or equivalent competence. Alternatively, you have other education that the client considers relevant for the assignment. - You have at least 5 years of experience in similar work. - You have experience in operational purchasing and/or material planning and a good understanding of the entire supply chain and how its various parts are interconnected. - You have good system skills and experience with planning tools/ERP. - The work requires you to communicate clearly in Swedish both verbally and in writing, but English may also be required. Meritorious: - Experience with the planning tool RELEX is an advantage. - Experience from regulated industries, such as medical technology or the public sector - Work in complex item structures or large assortments - Experience with improvement work related to inventory optimization and service levels To thrive in this role, we believe that you: - Work analytically and structured, and have a good ability to prioritize - Can work independently while collaborating well with others - Communicate clearly and have a confident dialogue with suppliers and colleagues - Are solution-oriented and unpretentious - Are comfortable making decisions in a changing environment

About the company

Does this sound like an assignment that suits you? If so, please apply for the role via the link in the advertisement. Selection will take place continuously, and the positions may be filled before the application period has ended. Welcome!

Open to all We focus on your skills, not your other circumstances. We are open to adapting the role or workplace to your needs.