Supply Chain Planner (VAS)

About the role

The Value Added Services (VAS) Planner will join Beiersdorf's supply chain team in Chile, ensuring that external manufacturing (maquila) operations meet demand while maintaining optimal stock levels. You will work closely with purchasing, logistics, and planning colleagues to guarantee timely and accurate product availability.

Key responsibilities

• Develop local production plans for maquila operations based on demand forecasts.
• Define and execute purchase orders for inputs and materials, coordinating with the Purchasing team and external suppliers.
• Manage dispatches and receipts of raw materials and finished goods, handling both SAP system movements and physical logistics with the carrier.
• Plan seasonal product packs (e.g., Mother’s Day, Christmas) and ensure their timely availability.
• Maintain SAP master data for maquila activities, including SKU activation, purchase order creation, consumption tracking, waste control, and inventory monitoring.
• Identify stock‑out risks, monitor inventory levels, and participate in cross‑functional meetings.
• Create and update process manuals for maquila operations.

Required profile

• Industrial Engineering, Commercial Engineering or a related degree.
• 1‑3 years of experience in supply chain, production planning, or logistics.
• Intermediate proficiency in English.

Required skills

• Advanced Excel and Office 365 utilities.
• Basic knowledge of SAP.