Material Planner

TOMRA Recycling develops and manufactures sensor-based sorting technologies for the global recycling and waste management industry.
As a market leader and pioneer in the recycling and waste management industry, we have made it our mission to extract recyclable fractions with high purity from waste streams in order to return them to the material cycle and make them reusable. In this way, we protect our valuable, limited resources and help to preserve our planet for future generations. Our success is reflected in the more than 9000 plants installed worldwide and a market presence in more than 100 countries worldwide. In organisational terms, TOMRA Recycling is part of the listed Norwegian company TORMA System ASA, which has a total of more than 5,000 employees and an annual turnover of around one billion euros.

At TOMRA RECYCLING we are looking for a Material Planner who will drive an efficient flow of materials, maintain optimal inventory levels, and effectively balance supply and demand.

Your responsibilities will be:

Key Responsibilities

• Manage material requirements planning (MRP) activities to ensure the timely availability of materials
• Process all purchasing-related documentation, including Requests for Quotation (RFQs), Purchase Orders (POs), Order Confirmations (OCs), returns, and invoices for machines, services, and prototypes
• Monitor and maintain inventory levels in line with business objectives, ensuring service continuity and minimising production downtime
• Work closely with the strategic sourcing team to address supplier capacity constraints, perform analysis, and provide demand data to support sourcing strategies
• Regularly review and optimise MRP parameters to improve material replenishment processes
• Ensure the accuracy and consistency of master data within relevant systems
• Collaborate with the strategic sourcing team on supplier performance monitoring and evaluation
• Process supplier claims in cooperation with the Quality department

Collaboration and Communication

• Build strong working relationships with internal stakeholders, including procurement, quality, and operations teams
• Support cross-functional collaboration to achieve shared business goals

Compliance and Standards

• Follow guidance from the line manager and leadership team
• Adhere to all internal policies, procedures, and company standards
• Comply with relevant legislation, as well as occupational health and safety (OHS), fire safety, and environmental requirements
• Attend training sessions and business trips as required

Quality and Continuous Improvement

• Contribute to achieving the organisation’s quality policy and objectives through day-to-day work and behaviour
• Follow all requirements set out in the quality management system documentation
• Promote a safe working environment by supporting the goal of zero accidents and reducing near misses and injuries within own area of responsibility

Candidate Profile:

We are looking for an individual who brings a combination of technical expertise, analytical thinking, and a collaborative approach:

• Proven experience (minimum of 3 years) in material planning within a manufacturing environment
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and support decision-making
• Solid experience working with ERP systems and tools
• A lean mindset, with flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing priorities and environments
• Results-oriented, open-minded, and equipped with strong problem-solving capabilities
• A collaborative team player with excellent networking skills and a strong customer focus
• Proficiency in English is essential; German language skills would be considered an advantage

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Benefits:

• Salary from XXXX eur brutto pm depending on candidate´s skills and experience
• 13th-month salary regardless to company results
• Annual bonus
• Flexible working time and pleasant Nordic culture in the workplace
• Contribution to DDS
• Financial reward for seniority
• 2 days holiday beyond the scope of the Labor Code
• Meal vouchers in the amount of 7,40€
• Referral bonus 1500€
• Childbirth grant
• Financial contribution for education - English language course + free training within the scope of work
• Possibility to participate in fire sports activities - football, tennis, table tennis, volleyball,
• Multisport card
• ...and many more!

*Tomra does not differentiate on the basis of gender, race or ethnicity, religion, color, sexual orientation or identity, disability, age and other protected statuses as given by applicable law. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.