Materials Planning & Support Analyst

Operational KPI Analysis: Analyze core metrics such as Stock Cover (for consumables/spare parts), Service Levels for internal departments, and Consumption Forecast Accuracy. Inventory Optimization: Use data to determine safety stock levels for critical materials (e.g., additives, packaging materials, industrial gases) to avoid operational downtime. Usage Forecasting: Analyze historical consumption patterns of supporting materials to predict future needs and support better procurement decisions. Operational Alignment: Act as the primary liaison between Commercial, Procurement, Logistics, and Warehouse teams to resolve material availability issues. Conflict Resolution: Work with the maintenance and operations teams to prioritize the procurement of urgent spares or consumables that impact plant reliability. Supplier Coordination: Support procurement by providing data on lead times and supplier performance to improve the overall reliability of the supply chain. Process Enhancement: Support improvements in the material requisition process and system enhancements within the ERP to automate replenishment. AI & Digital Planning: Participate in initiatives to use AI/Digital tools for predictive maintenance planning and automated inventory tracking. Waste Reduction: Identify opportunities to reduce excess inventory or obsolete stock through better data visibility and process auditing. Supply Risk Reporting: Prepare updates for management on supply risks, potential material shortages, and the status of critical industrial inventory. Exception Reporting: Maintain reports that highlight deviations from standard consumption rates or stock-out risks for supporting materials. Material Readiness: Ensure all materials required for planned maintenance (turnarounds) or daily operations are staged and ready.