Industrial Demand Planner

At Morgan Philips Outsourcing, we are currently seeking for one of our clients, Thales Cybersecurity & Digital Identity, a global leader in digital security.
This client designs and delivers a wide range of products, software and services based on three core technologies: digital identification, data protection and application security, bringing trust to an increasingly connected world.
If you are looking for new opportunities and are ready to join a high‑skilled multicultural team, we are now looking for an Industrial Demand Planner to join the Legal Team, based in Barcelona, Spain.
 
Job Objective

Ensure the effective execution of end‑to‑end supply chain and logistics activities, securing material availability, production continuity and high service levels.
The role acts as a key interface between Procurement, Production, Warehouse, Quality, Sales and Logistics, supporting demand planning, inventory optimization, production planning and supplier coordination while contributing to cost optimization and operational excellence.
 
What will you do?

As an Industrial Demand Planner / Supply Chain Coordinator within Thales, you will:
Planning & Execution
• Manage inventory levels, including safety stock, replenishment, stock rotation and obsolescence control.
• Execute Material Requirements Planning (MRP) based on demand forecasts and production schedules.
• Develop and maintain daily, weekly and monthly production plans in alignment with operational priorities.
• Coordinate inbound material flows to ensure timely availability for production.
Supply Chain Coordination
• Monitor purchase orders, supplier lead times, delays and performance metrics.
• Collaborate with suppliers to resolve shortages, delays or quality issues and mitigate supply risks.
• Handle material transfers, returns, discrepancies and stock adjustments.
• Coordinate outbound shipments, logistics documentation and compliance requirements.
Analysis & Continuous Improvement
• Perform demand analysis, forecasting and consumption variance reviews.
• Track and report key supply chain KPIs (OTD, fill rate, stock accuracy, inventory turns, obsolescence).
• Analyze logistics and supply chain costs and propose optimization initiatives.
• Identify risks, define corrective and preventive actions and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Systems, Quality & Compliance
• Maintain accurate master data and transactions in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, JDE or similar).
• Support internal and external audits, cycle counts and physical inventories.
• Ensure alignment with quality, regulatory and internal compliance requirements.
 
About You
To succeed in this role, you should have:
Technical skills & experience – mandatory
• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Logistics, Supply Chain, Business Administration or related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in supply chain, demand planning, logistics, procurement or materials management.
• Experience with MRP planning and BOM management.
• Solid knowledge of ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, JDE or similar).
• Strong background in inventory management techniques (ABC analysis, safety stock, cycle counts).
• Experience in production planning and scheduling (PPC / PCS).
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, dashboards, data analysis).
• Intermediate‑advanced English (B2) and advanced Spanish (C1).
• Proficiency with Oracle, Workday and MS Office tools.
Preferred / valuable
• Experience in manufacturing environments (automotive, electronics, pharma or consumer goods).
• Knowledge of inbound and outbound logistics coordination.
• Demand forecasting and basic statistical analysis capabilities.
• Understanding of Incoterms and import/export documentation.
• Basic knowledge of Lean / Kaizen tools.
• Strong analytical mindset, problem‑solving skills and ability to work cross‑functionally in a multicultural environment.