Job Information
Grundfos Global Vendor Planner in Székesfehérvár, Hungary
Global Vendor Planner
Application deadline:
Workplace: Hybrid Position
Job Location (Short): Székesfehérvár, Székesfehérvár, Hungary | Tatabánya, Komárom-Esztergom, Hungary
Contract Type: Part-Time
Employment Type: Temporary
Part time with fixed-term contract
Grundfos is one of the largest Danish companies, famous for its market leader pump manufacturing activities worldwide. We contribute to global sustainability by developing solutions to the world’s water and climate issues and improving the quality of life for people.
Do you want to be part of a good and innovative team with great career prospects within Finance in Grundfos? Then this is your chance to become a member of our Financial Planning and Reporting Team and get a chance to make a difference.
What is the job about?
The Vendor Planner's primary purpose is to execute cross-plant supply and inventory planning, supporting essential supply planning tasks such as ordering, follow-ups, forecasting, vendor alignment, and handling invoice misalignment issues. This role is integral to vendor development and the deployment of best practices within operational planning, focusing on capacity management and contributing to SIOP/SIOE processes.
Among other exciting tasks, you will:
Cross Plant Supply Planning (80%)
Collaborate with local plants and regional vendor planning to create timely, feasible plans ensuring optimal inventory levels.
Manage documentation and registration processes related to purchase orders, including invoice discrepancies and PPO registration.
Handle order and scheduling with vendors for all Grundfos plants within the scope.
Align delivery schedules with vendors based on production plans and priorities.
Act as the daily driver towards selected vendors on operational planning matters.
Manage exceptions affecting purchase plans, such as quality issues, breakdowns, delivery changes, and allocations.
Ensure high master data quality within the area of responsibility.
Supply Optimization (20%)
Participate in medium to high-complexity SIOP cycle meetings, providing input and recommendations.
Contribute to vendor-related escalations, scenario planning, and strategic stock approvals within the SIOP cycle.
Drive and participate in the implementation and deployment of continuous improvements with a regional/global impact.
Continuously improve job role practices and methods based on performance and process indicators.
Collect, distribute, and present supply chain data for performance reporting and analytics.
Engage in development projects and design changes.
Align and optimize planning parameters, profiles, MRP setups, and master data across plants.
Enhance supplier delivery performance through better forecast accuracy and demand signals.
What do you need to apply?
Master’s Degree, Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent work experience.
Deep knowledge of planning and supply chain management.
Fluent English skills
Proficiency in global process management.
Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
Advanced communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
Why Grundfos?
At Grundfos, we attempt to do things that others cannot or dare not do. Our skills commit us to pioneer solutions to the world’s water and climate challenges and improve the quality of life for people. We believe innovation is not only a business opportunity, but an obligation. And what really matters to us is not short-term profit, but the impact we make. By becoming part of our united powerful team, you too can make this change no matter your role.
Furthermore, we offer:
Dynamically improving company with a stable background
Development opportunities in a multinational environment
Attractive salary and benefits
Teamwork in an international team
Sport opportunities
Family-friendly, environmentally aware employer
Additional Information
If this job sounds appealing to you, please send us your resume and motivation letter by clicking on ‘Apply’.
If you want to dig deeper into the Grundfos universe, please visit us on linkedin.com/company/grundfos or youtube.com/user/grundfos or on our local pages.
We look forward to hearing from you.
About Grundfos
Grundfos is one of the world’s leading water technology companies with more than 19.000 employees in 60+ countries all over the world. Our skills commit us to pioneering solutions to the world’s water and climate challenges and improve the quality of life for people. We dare to do things that others cannot or dare not do, as we believe innovation is not only a business opportunity, but an obligation. And what really matters to us is not short term profit, but the impact we make. By becoming part of our united powerful team, you too can drive this change no matter your role.
An inclusive team
If you like the look of this job and know you can bring your skills to contribute to our purpose, please apply. We need and welcome professional people from all corners – however you identify and whatever your background is.