Material Planner

Highly Competitive
  1. Contract
  2. Supply Chain
  3. Switzerland
Visp, Switzerland
Posting date: 27 Oct 2026
71189

Join a high‑performing CMO where your scheduling expertise keeps site supply chain operations running with precision, efficiency, and flawless coordination.

Proclinical is seeking a Material Planner to support the timely availability of materials required for production and supply plans. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure material plans are updated, optimized, and responsive to changes. This position is ideal for someone with strong organizational skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Please note that to be considered for this role you must have the right to work in this location or hold an EU passport.

Responsibilities:

  • Convert planned orders into material plans, including creating and managing material requirements.
  • Collaborate with supply planners and schedulers to update and adjust material plans as needed.
  • Maintain detailed material planning parameters within planning systems.
  • Process purchase requisitions and convert them into purchase orders.
  • Expedite material availability by coordinating with procurement and inbound processing teams.
  • Develop and manage material-related KPIs to monitor availability and performance.
  • Execute actions to optimize inventory management and minimize waste or scrap.
  • Work with stakeholders to establish safety stock and inventory plans aligned with production schedules.
  • Track, report, and ensure on-time material availability, including testing and release for production.

Key Skills and Requirements:

  • Proficiency in material planning, purchasing, production scheduling, and MRP systems.
  • Experience with ERP systems such as JD Edwards, SAP MM, WM, IBP, and advanced inventory control techniques.
  • Strong analytical skills with expertise in tools like Advanced Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, Power Query), Power BI, Tableau, and SQL.
  • Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma methodologies, including Green Belt certification, DMAIC, and value stream mapping.
  • Familiarity with supplier operational management, vendor performance tracking, and contract compliance.
  • Understanding of cGMP compliance and inventory optimization strategies.

If you are having difficulty in applying or if you have any questions, please contact Olivier Worch at o.worch@proclinical.com.

If you are interested in applying to this exciting opportunity, then please click 'Apply' or to speak to one of our specialists please request a call back at the top of this page.

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