
Material planner
About the role
At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.
This position reports to:
Planning & Fulfillment Team Lead:
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Your role and responsibilities
Responsible for ensuring reliable production through effective material planning, supplier coordination, and inventory optimization. Aligns demand and supply to maintain service levels, reduce working capital, and minimize shortages and excess stock. Drives operational excellence through data-driven decisions, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous improvement, in line with ABB’s performance standards and values.
The work model for the role is onsite.
This role is contributing to thе Electrification Smart Buildings Business Area in branch Petrich.
You will be mainly accountable for:
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Execute MRP, release purchase orders, and expedite critical materials to support production schedules while optimizing inventory and KPI monitoring (on-time delivery, turnover, days on hand, supplier performance)
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Manage supplier relationships and replenishment processes, resolve urgent supply issues, and follow up on invoices and supplier payments
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Collaborate cross-functionally with Production, Purchasing, Quality, Engineering, and Warehouse teams to ensure efficient operations and continuity of delivery
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Drive operationalexcellence and cost efficiency through daily material reviews, proactive risk mitigation, and working capital improvement initiatives
Qualifications for the role
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
- 2 years of experience in a similar role is advantageous
- Knowledge of material planning modules within ERP systems
- Fluent in English communication
- Passionate about learning, innovation, and continuous improvement
Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.
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Required skills
Material planning
MRP
Inventory optimization
Supplier coordination
KPI monitoring
About ABB
Petrich
Headquarters