Basel
Material Planner (m/f/d) (S) - BS
- 05 June 2026
- 100%
- Temporary
- German (Fluent)
- Basel
About the job
MANPOWER AG - Your career, our focus!
Become part of our network and take advantage of numerous opportunities! The ManpowerGroup is the world's leading provider of workforce solutions. With our three brands - Manpower, Experis, and Talent Solutions - we support companies across various industries in their recruitment needs. For 75 years, we have been active in over 75 countries and support our clients throughout Switzerland in successfully managing their tasks and projects.
We are currently looking for a Material Planner (m/f/d) (S) - BS.
The perfect candidate:
The perfect candidate is a self-directed supply chain professional with experience in procurement, planning, and/or purchasing. They are process-oriented, anticipate operational issues, and confidently manage multiple priorities with strong attention to detail. A proactive problem-solver with a lean mindset, they take full ownership of new challenges and collaborate effectively across stakeholders. Excellent communication and influencing skills in both English and German are essential for this role.
Tasks & Responsibilities:
* Ensuring that our manufacturing units are adequately supplied with direct materials such as packaging materials, process aid and production-supporting auxiliary materials
* Inventory management and definition of risk mitigation actions - as well as defining and implementing measures for efficient processes (management of safety stocks, process optimisation, risk analysis)
* Point of contact for all related suppliers regarding deliveries and tracking of purchase orders
* Maintain effective communication among all business partners (e.g. Manufacturing Units, Procurement, External Suppliers, Master * Production Scheduler, Detailed Schedulers, Quality, Warehouse, Logistics, etc.)
* Actively drive continuous improvement processes, challenge/question the status quo and collaborate on projects within Materials * Management in cooperation with internal and external stakeholders
Must Haves:
* A supply chain professional with experience in procurement, planning and/or purchasing
* You are capable of prioritizing and managing multiple topics and commitments, understanding the impact your role is driving, anticipating operational issues, focusing on details when needed and recommending solutions
* You have demonstrated abilities to think through the process, considering upstream and downstream stakeholders and using the process effectively to achieve results
* You take the initiative, embrace new opportunities, convey sense of urgency and are not afraid to take over or lead new responsibilities and/or challenges
* You have excellent communications skills in English and German and the ability to effectively communicate and influence across all levels of the organization
* Self-directed individual with strong interpersonal and collaborative skills with a passion for teamwork and continuous improvement
Dissatisfied, underchallenged, or ready to discover something new?
What are you waiting for? Apply now, unlock your potential, and strive for greater job satisfaction.
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I look forward to getting to know you and hearing your story!
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