Materials & Production Planner
pWhy join us? Our purpose is design for the good of humankind. It’s the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of MillerKnoll means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows MillerKnoll to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone. /ppMaterials Production Planner /ppJob Title: Materials Production PlannerbrDepartment: Purchasing PlanningbrReports to: Head of Purchasing PlanningbrLocation: Foligno, Italy /ppJOB SUMMARYbrManage and develop a global network of internal and external suppliers within an integrated and automated supply chain, ensuring competitive costs and meeting customer requirements. /ph3Key Responsibilities /h3ulliDaily ActivitiesbrMonitor demand and production capacity, coordinating with Production and Customer Care to ensure realistic delivery plans. Plan production workloads to reduce misalignments and maximize customer satisfaction. Issue purchase orders in line with MRP recommendations. Optimize inventory levels by reducing obsolete and slow-moving stock. Collaborate with Logistics and Warehouse teams to ensure delivery planning is aligned with Just-In-Time (JIT) principles. Enter Intercompany sales orders and operate within customers' Supplier Portals. /liliProject ActivitiesbrIdentify cost reduction opportunities and support implementation with the SDM team. Monitor supplier performance and capacity. Plan supply requirements for large-scale projects. Support Make-or-Buy decisions. Manage inventory, production overloads, and planning parameters. /liliGeneral ResponsibilitiesbrComply with health and safety regulations and actively participate in training activities. Ensure compliance with processes, certifications, and regulatory requirements, supporting audits and quality inspections.
/li /ulh3Relationships /h3ulliInternal: Production, Supplier Development, Customer Care, Engineering, Quality, Logistics. /liliExternal: Suppliers, carriers, and freight service providers. /li /ulh3Company Values /h3ulliLeadership, Integrity, Problem Solving, Relationships, Continuous Improvement, and Performance. /li /ulh3Role Requirements /h3ulliEducation Experience: Degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or equivalent (preferred). /liliMinimum 1 year of experience in Purchasing or Planning roles. /liliCIPS qualification preferred. /liliEnglish language proficiency at a minimum B1 level. /li /ulh3Key Skills /h3ulliStrong communication and organizational skills. /liliAbility to work effectively within a team while making autonomous decisions. /liliAccuracy, attention to detail, and strong IT skills. /liliAbility to achieve project objectives and deliver results. /li /ulh3Personal Attributes /h3ulliAbility to build strong internal and external relationships. /liliStrong problem-solving mindset and commitment to process improvement. /liliFlexibility, resilience, ability to work under pressure, and adaptability to change. /liliWillingness to travel and confidence in leading meetings and presentations. /li /ulh3Who We Hire? /h3pSimply put, we hire qualified applicants representing a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. MillerKnoll is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations,
veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We’re committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities. /ph3Benefits Perks /h3ulliCompensation range for this role is €35.100,00 - €43.900,00. /liliAcross our Italian locations, we typically offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package aligned with applicable National Collective Labor Agreements (CCNL), either within the Wood Furniture Industry or the Metalworking Industry, depending on the role and site. /liliCompensation generally includes monthly salary payments, with potential additional fixed annual payments and performance-based bonuses. /liliEmployees benefit from flexible working arrangements, including smart working and flexible hours. /liliEmployees vantaggi from daily conveniences such as free hot beverages and water. /liliDepending on location, additional benefits may include a company canteen or meal vouchers, as well as CCNL-related welfare provisions. /liliAll employees are also covered by life and permanent disability insurance, reflecting our commitment to employee wellbeing. /li /ulpMillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at /ppWant to be part of a team that’s making a positive impact? From creating spaces that help people live and work better to lifting our local and global communities, MillerKnoll is working hard to make a difference. Join us as we design a more equitable, sustainable, and beautiful future together. /p #J-18808-Ljbffr
/li /ulh3Relationships /h3ulliInternal: Production, Supplier Development, Customer Care, Engineering, Quality, Logistics. /liliExternal: Suppliers, carriers, and freight service providers. /li /ulh3Company Values /h3ulliLeadership, Integrity, Problem Solving, Relationships, Continuous Improvement, and Performance. /li /ulh3Role Requirements /h3ulliEducation Experience: Degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or equivalent (preferred). /liliMinimum 1 year of experience in Purchasing or Planning roles. /liliCIPS qualification preferred. /liliEnglish language proficiency at a minimum B1 level. /li /ulh3Key Skills /h3ulliStrong communication and organizational skills. /liliAbility to work effectively within a team while making autonomous decisions. /liliAccuracy, attention to detail, and strong IT skills. /liliAbility to achieve project objectives and deliver results. /li /ulh3Personal Attributes /h3ulliAbility to build strong internal and external relationships. /liliStrong problem-solving mindset and commitment to process improvement. /liliFlexibility, resilience, ability to work under pressure, and adaptability to change. /liliWillingness to travel and confidence in leading meetings and presentations. /li /ulh3Who We Hire? /h3pSimply put, we hire qualified applicants representing a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. MillerKnoll is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations,
veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We’re committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities. /ph3Benefits Perks /h3ulliCompensation range for this role is €35.100,00 - €43.900,00. /liliAcross our Italian locations, we typically offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package aligned with applicable National Collective Labor Agreements (CCNL), either within the Wood Furniture Industry or the Metalworking Industry, depending on the role and site. /liliCompensation generally includes monthly salary payments, with potential additional fixed annual payments and performance-based bonuses. /liliEmployees benefit from flexible working arrangements, including smart working and flexible hours. /liliEmployees vantaggi from daily conveniences such as free hot beverages and water. /liliDepending on location, additional benefits may include a company canteen or meal vouchers, as well as CCNL-related welfare provisions. /liliAll employees are also covered by life and permanent disability insurance, reflecting our commitment to employee wellbeing. /li /ulpMillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at /ppWant to be part of a team that’s making a positive impact? From creating spaces that help people live and work better to lifting our local and global communities, MillerKnoll is working hard to make a difference. Join us as we design a more equitable, sustainable, and beautiful future together. /p #J-18808-Ljbffr