Supply Chain Planner
Key information
- Publication date:03 September 2025
- Workload:100%
- Place of work:Haag
Job summary
Join VAT, a leader in high-performance vacuum technology! Enjoy a supportive work environment with growth opportunities.
Tasks
- Ensure timely availability of materials for production processes.
- Monitor supplier performance and optimize inventory levels effectively.
- Collaborate with teams to improve supply chain efficiency continuously.
Skills
- 3+ years in supply chain or procurement; degree in relevant fields preferred.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills essential for success.
- Proficient in MS Dynamics 365 and Excel for effective management.
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BE GREAT TOGETHER WITH US.
Innovation, Efficiency and Ambition: this is what VAT has stood for over 50 years.With this passion, VAT has grown to become the leading international developer, manufacturer and supplier of high-performance high-end vacuum valves and vacuum sealing technology, employing over 2000 people worldwide. The headquarters are located in Haag (Switzerland), the production centers in Switzerland, Malaysia, Romania and Taiwan.
Purpose
As a Supply Chain Planner, you make sure our vacuum technology materials are available on time. You keep supply flows running smoothly, monitor supplier performance, and optimize inventory. Your work helps our production run without delays and ensures customers receive their products on schedule.
Role
In this role, you will:
- Plan and coordinate material supply for production
- Release and follow up on purchase orders
- Track and ensure supplier delivery dates (OTD)
- Handle escalation when delays or issues occur
- Work closely with production planning, order management, and suppliers
- Monitor and improve supplier performance
- Maintain accurate material master data in MS Dynamics 365
- Optimize inventory levels and supply chain parameters
- Contribute to process improvements and efficiency projects
Requirements
- Degree or vocational training in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Procurement (e.g. Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Buyer)
- 3+ years of experience in material planning, procurement, or purchasing
- Knowledge of inventory management and KPI reporting
- Strong MS Excel skills and ERP experience (ideally MS Dynamics 365)
- Structured, analytical, and well organized
- Very good German and good English
- Experience in supplier management and international collaboration
- Hands-on experience with MS Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations
- First project management experience
- Negotiation skills
Interested? Then we look forward receiving your online application.You can expect a dynamic and successful company where innovation, courage, fairness, openness and transparency are encouraged and your ideas are welcome. We offer flexible options for hybrid working. Your development according to your strengths and aspirations in your career is of great importance to us. www.vatvalve.com
