Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world’s manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers - amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility - our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better.
We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that’s you we would love to have you join us!
Job Description
As a Finished Goods Planner–Buyer, you will be responsible for planning and purchasing products. This ensures a smooth and efficient flow of goods—from the release of purchase orders to suppliers through to delivery at global distribution centers. You will monitor supplier performance and customer service, while maintaining inventory levels aligned with business targets. Using MRP systems, you will keep planning data up to date, including lead times, safety stocks, and lot sizes. You will also support short-term forecasting and contribute to lean initiatives aimed at reducing process waste.
You will report to the Finished Goods Planning Manager and have a hybrid schedule working in Katowice, Poland.
Your Responsibilities
- Order management.
- Supplier performance review.
- Manage assigned material inventories based on defined goals using established inventory control systems and tools.
- Short-term forecast management.
- Maintain data in the MRP system, including price, lead time, lot sizes, and strategy group.
- Participate in lean manufacturing programs for cost-saving improvements through waste elimination.
The Essentials – You Will Have
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years of directly related experience.
- Experience with MRP, inventory, and production principles.
- Broad knowledge of supply chain, materials planning.
The Preferred – You Might Also Have
- Experience leading multicultural projects.
- Track record in driving supplier improvements and implementing process improvement projects.
- APICS, PMP, or Lean certifications.
What We Offer:
Our benefits package includes …
- Volunteer Paid Time off available after 6 months of employment for eligible employees.
- Company volunteer and donation matching program – Your volunteer hours or personal cash donations to an eligible charity can be matched with a charitable donation.
- On-demand digital course library for professional development.
- Comprehensive mindfulness programs with a premium membership to Calm
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Personalized wellbeing programs through our OnTrack program.
... and other local benefits!
At Rockwell Automation we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this or other roles.
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Rockwell Automation’s hybrid policy aligns that employees are expected to work at a Rockwell location at least Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays unless they have a business obligation out of the office.