Planning & Purchase Manager

We welcome you to an ambitious and growing global company, where we take pride in what we achieve together.

Come join a global community based on trust. Where ambition and caring for each other go hand-in-hand, and where we encourage an informal work environment with inclusion, appreciation and transparency driving our success.

Become part of Hempel’s growing and diverse team! We are seeking a Planning & Purchase Manager excited to drive local supply planning processes for Southern Europe, including preparation and coordination of local supply reviews.

You will have an outstanding opportunity to influence key business decisions, reporting directly to our Factory Manager in Polinyà and Kampen. This role is based in our Polinyà, Spain office, where you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive decision-making, while working daily with colleagues from around the world.

What you can look forward to in this Role:

We are looking for a reliable, open-minded new colleague who can multi-task with integrity to achieve our ambitious goals.

• Develop and implement production plans to enhance the use of the organization’s resources, and meet established production specifications and schedules, volume, cost and quality standards
• Assure inventory level and service to customers meet targets, with analytical driving mindset.
• Ensure good communication and integration with demand/segments, manufacturing, procurement, logistics and finance

What does it take to become our new team member?

• Degree in engineering, economics/finance, low or other relevant to the role area
• Relevant experience in the operations/planning, procurement and logistics
• Proven experience on the similar position, chemical industry and knowledge of local legislation would be appreciated
• Experience with MS office (PPT, World, Excel)
• Able to communicate in a clear and consistent way – both verbally and in writing in English and Spanish.

Global career possibilities

In Hempel we offer a variety of global career possibilities and many cross functional and cross-cultural working relationships. We strive to create the right conditions for personal and professional development.

Attractive salary and excellent compensation and benefits package are also part of the advantages of being part of our team.

Application and further information

To apply for this position, please submit your application/motivation letter with a CV in English via our recruitment system by clicking the link ‘Apply’.

Final deadline for applications is the 1st of January 2025. Don´t miss this great opportunity and apply now!

More About Hempel

At Hempel, you’re welcomed into a global community of 7,500 colleagues around the world. A workplace built on shared trust, mutual respect and support for each other.

We’re on a mission to double our impact. To succeed, we need bright minds and team players. Which is why, from day one, your input, ideas and initiative are not only welcomed but expected. In return, you will enjoy great opportunities for development in a growing global company – and be part of the solution by contributing to our global impact.

At Hempel, we are committed to ensuring everyone feels safe, valued and treated equally, in an environment where each employee can bring their authentic selves to work. We believe that inclusion is key to innovation, and by bringing together the most diverse perspectives and talents, we can achieve great things, together.

We are proud to be majority owned by the Hempel Foundation, dedicated to philanthropic activities, with our earnings contributing to many charitable initiatives every year. It means that when you work at Hempel, your hard work and dedication contribute to a greater cause, making your career matter twice.

Learn more about Hempel and our commitments on hempel.com/career.

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Application due

2025-01-01

Seniority Level

Associate

Job Functions

Administrative, Purchasing, Supply Chain

Industry

Chemicals

At Hempel, you’re welcomed to a global community of +7000 colleagues around the world. A workplace built on shared trust, mutual respect and support for each other. 

We’re on a mission to double our impact. To succeed, we need bright minds and team players. Which is why, from day one, your input, ideas and initiative are not only welcomed, but expected. In return, you will enjoy great opportunities for development in a growing global company – and be part of the solution by contributing to our global impact. 

At Hempel, we are committed to everyone feeling safe, valued and treated equally, in an environment where each employee can bring their authentic selves to work. We believe that inclusion is key to innovation and by bringing together the most diverse perspectives and talents, we can achieve great things, together.