Materials & Supply Planner

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Job Summary: We are seeking a Materials & Supply Planner to ensure the availability of materials and supplies by managing inventory planning and risk. Key Highlights: 1. Joining a global leader in cybersecurity and digital identity 2. A dynamic industrial environment with a strong culture of safety and sustainability 3. Professional development opportunities Location: Barcelona, Spain Thales people architect identity management and data protection solutions at the heart of digital security. Business and governments rely on us to bring trust to the billions of digital interactions they have with people. Our technologies and services help banks exchange funds, people cross borders, energy become smarter and much more. More than 30,000 organizations already rely on us to verify the identities of people and things, grant access to digital services, analyze vast quantities of information and encrypt data to make the connected world more secure. Thales in Spain is a leader in technological solutions applied to Defence, Aeronautics, Security, Transportation and Space and, furthermore, is a global centre for excellence in Space, Security of Critical Infrastructures and Transportation. With a turnover of €320 million and a staff of 1,200, it exports approximately 40% of its total production principally to the Middle East, North Africa and Latin America.**Thales Cybersecurity \& Digital Identity** is a global leader in digital security, bringing trust to an increasingly connected world. We design and deliver a broad range of products, software and services built upon two core technologies: digital identity and data protection. Due to increased activity, we are seeking a **Materials \& Supply Planner**, based in **Parets del Vallès, Barcelona**, to join our **Supply Chain** team. As part of the team, you will be responsible for **ensuring the availability of materials and supplies** required to meet production plans and customer commitments, managing material planning, inventory, and supply risks. **Key Responsibilities** * Plan and manage material requirements aligned with demand and production plans. * Monitor inventory levels, coverage, and turnover, avoiding stockouts or excesses. * Track suppliers, delivery lead times, and critical orders. * Coordinate with production, planning, and logistics to ensure material availability. * Identify supply risks and propose mitigation actions. * Support continuous improvement initiatives and the introduction of new products or processes. **Mandatory Requirements** * Degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration or related field. * Minimum **2 years** of experience in material planning, supply planning or similar roles. * Knowledge of **MRP** and **inventory management** (safety stock, coverage, turnover). * Intermediate/advanced proficiency in **Excel**. * Fluent spoken and written **Spanish** and **English**. * Analytical ability, organizational skills, and results orientation. **Desirable Requirements** * Experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment. * Familiarity with and use of **ERP systems** (Oracle, SAP or others). * Experience in supplier management and delivery lead time analysis. * Knowledge of Supply Chain KPIs (On-Time In-Full, inventory turns, material availability). * Continuous improvement mindset and ability to work cross-functionally across departments. **What We Offer** * Flexible compensation (restaurant vouchers and social benefits such as childcare, training, etc.) * Life insurance * Partially subsidized health insurance * Various work-life balance services * Savings club * Opportunity to join a global leader in cybersecurity and digital identity. * Dynamic industrial environment with a strong culture of safety and sustainability. * Professional development opportunities within Thales. Thales is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will be considered for this position regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, protected veteran status, medical condition or disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working. Great journeys start here, apply now!