Alfa Laval is looking for Master planner - GCC Factory

Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact – on our colleagues, partners, customers and society. Together, we’re pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative, we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas, including energy, food, water and shipping. As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too.

About the job

Responsible for the Supply Plan and to set one common standard for GCC. The ongoing work as Master planner consists of performing analyses of the factory's delivery capacity in 3-18 months ahead based on forecasted needs. At the same time, you balance the supply and demand at a master planning level (1-3 months) and adjust the plan if needed to fulfill the customer needs. You propose actions needed in the supply chain to ensure that expected volumes can be produced within agreed lead times. At the same time, you analyze the cost-wise consequences of the proposed measures. The master planner is also responsible for the inventory planning parameters found in our ERP system.

You analyze and follow up Supply chain performance and evaluate selected KPIs. As a GCC master planner you also consolidate supply plans of other GCC factories China and India and drive global GCC S&OP process.In your work, you will work closely with colleagues both within the department but also with other functions within Alfa Laval. Some of the work also includes participation in projects, as well as continuous improvements according to Alfa Laval's methodology.

The role is based in Lund, you will be part of the management team for Supply chain.

Who you are

• You like to take responsibility and find it easy to collaborate
• You have strategic mindset with a strong analytical ability
• You are strongly driven to solve various issues; you use to find opportunities for improvements in planning and inventory management
• You are customer-focused and could lead others through activities and projects that you are responsible for. Being able to work independently as well as with colleagues and other departments is important
• You regard deadlines as obvious goals and must not affect the quality of the work

What you know

• We would like you to have experience of working in supply chain such as master planning, production planning, inventory management and/or purchasing
• You have worked in or have an understanding of how an ERP system (preferably in Microsoft D365) is used to enforce supply chain directives
• You also find it easy to work in Excel and use it as a tool to compile data
• You have experience of participating in projects and have had your own responsibility for parts or an entire project. Good knowledge of LEAN is an advantage
• You have an excellent command of English, and you have intermediate level fluency in Swedish
• You have a University education. Advantage if specialization is in Supply Chain

What’s in it for you

You will be working in an international environment with products that have major impact on tomorrow’s energy landscape, and you will be welcomed into a team of experienced colleagues. We offer a position where you can truly impact performance and continue to grow yourself.

Assessment practicalities

We care about diversity, inclusion, and equity in our recruitment processes. We also believe behavioral traits can provide important insights into a candidate's fit to a role. To help us achieve this we apply Pymetrics assessments, and upon application you will be invited to play the assessment games. Playing the games is mandatory.

For more information, please contact:

Liliana Li, Unit Manager GCC, liliana.li@alfalaval.com

Tanja Sukaj, Talent Acquisition Partner, tanja.sukaj@alfalaval.com 

For union contact please contact

Johan Ranhög, Akademikerna, +46 46 2891664

Stefan Sandell, Ledarna, +46 46 367364

Monica Anderberg, Unionen, +46709623811

Claes Kronsell, IF Metal, +46709 787349

We are looking forward to hearing from you soon so send your application without delay, and no later than 4th of July 2025. If the right candidate appears, the ad will be closed earlier. Please note, applications sent directly via email will be disregarded without notice