• Plan and coordinate the supply of raw materials with different suppliers to cover requested productions according to MRP and consumptions, and consider the specific factors of every supplier.
• Daily follow-up production and sourcing plan to ensure the right stock and service level.
• Detect and prevent supply risks to minimize these with proper actions on time to avoid shortages in the plant.
• Control and optimize stocks according to the production needs plan and avoid overstocks, obsolescence, and supply gaps.
• Evaluation of capacity following deliveries and requested needs. Also, consider contract levels negotiated by buyers.
• Coordination and collaboration with Scheduling and Production planning teams to follow-up production plans and risk assessments.
• Manage proper system setups to ensure an efficient and optimal sourcing plan.  And place the POs in the system according to the alignments with suppliers.
• Supervise and validate invoices not automatically approved by the system due to price/quantity differences. And manage indirect Purchase Orders to authorize differences driven by specific costs.
• In collaboration with the team, identify and implement new initiatives on processes and tools to continuously improve and grow.
• Assure a collaborative approach and fluid communication with the team, suppliers, and the different departments involved in daily tasks (Purchasing, Sales&Op, Production Planning, Logistics, Formulation, Quality…).

• Hold a business degree or engineering degree ideally specializing in planning, logistics, operations, or similar.
• Fluent level of English
• Experience with SAP and a good level of Excel
• Knows how to deal with pressure
• Have strong interpersonal skills

What we offer

• Affinity University platform
• Professional development opportunities to employees at a different stage of their careers, acknowledging diverse career paths.
• Be part of a transforming department
• Develop projects related to digitalization, continuous improvement, and procedure improvement.
• Working time Monday to Friday from 8am to 5pm with one day of homeoffice

We cultivate an inclusive culture that celebrates diversity. We firmly believe that embracing various perspectives is integral to our company’s success and the strength of our team. That’s why we are committed to providing equal opportunities for all.

Our Company                        

Affinity Petcare is more than an international pet food company. For over 60 years, we have been dedicated to nourishing healthy bonds between dogs, cats, and people to improve the world.                          
We are very proud of our innovative brands which include: Ultima, Advance, Brekkies, Nature’s Variety, Nature’s Menu, Natural Trainer, Libra, and more. Currently, we have over 1,200 professionals working for this purpose from Barcelona, Paris, Milan, and Snetterton, as well as  4 production sites through which we supply the 70+ countries where our brands have a presence.                          
So, what are you waiting for? Join our team to leave your footprint!                         
                         

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