One of Germany’s leading mid-sized medical technology companies is seeking an experienced Demand & Production Planner for its facility in Rheinfelden, Baden-Württemberg. This strategic, full-time role involves building and managing an integrated supply chain planning function — covering demand planning, production planning, inventory management, and S&OP coordination. Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field, be APICS CPIM & CSCP certified, and bring at least 8 years of hands-on supply chain planning experience including SAP, ProAlpha, and MRP systems.
About the Company — Leading Medizintechnik Employer
Industry: Medical Technology (Medizintechnik) — Mid-Sized Market Leader in Germany
Location: Rheinfelden (Baden), Baden-Württemberg — Scenic location on the Rhine border
Work Culture: Values-led organization with a clear vision and strong innovation culture
Team Scope: Cross-functional planning role — no direct personnel responsibility
ERP Systems: ProAlpha (primary) and SAP — deep MRP and master data expertise required
Exceptional Employee Benefits Package
Flexible Working: Flexible working time models for work-life balance and personal freedom
30 Days Holiday: Generous annual leave plus fitness membership (Hansefit — 100% employer-paid), JobRad cycling scheme
Financial Benefits: Performance-based pay, company pension (betriebliche Altersvorsorge), travel cost allowance
Development: Paid further education, structured onboarding programme, sports and wellness support
On-Site Extras: Employee lounge with catering, occupational health doctor (Betriebsarzt)
Position Overview
As Demand & Production Planner in Rheinfelden, you will be the central architect of an integrated supply chain planning function within a leading German medical technology company. Your responsibilities span SKU-level demand forecasting, capacity and production planning, MRP process management within ProAlpha, and the facilitation of a structured monthly S&OP process across Sales, Finance, and Operations. You will also lead inventory optimization through ABC/XYZ analysis, define and report key supply chain KPIs, and build decision-support models for management and investor-level reporting — all while actively developing the broader planning team’s skills and systems knowledge.
Why This Role Matters: As Demand & Production Planner at a leading German medical technology company, you are the driving force behind supply chain efficiency, production reliability, and business continuity. Your S&OP leadership, MRP expertise, and forecasting precision directly enable the company to deliver life-critical medical products on time, every time — while your inventory and capacity models guide strategic investment decisions at the highest levels of the organization. This is a role where supply chain expertise creates genuine business impact.
Key Responsibilities
Integrated Supply Chain Planning — Demand, Production & S&OP
- Build and manage an integrated supply chain planning function spanning demand, production, inventory, and S&OP
- Develop, maintain, and continuously refine SKU-based sales and demand forecasts to drive production accuracy
- Lead capacity and production planning processes including day-to-day operational steering and scheduling
- Establish and facilitate a structured monthly S&OP process that aligns Sales, Finance, and Operations stakeholders
MRP Process Management & ERP Master Data (ProAlpha)
- Own and manage MRP processes within ProAlpha, ensuring accurate and timely material requirements planning
- Maintain and govern ERP master data to ensure planning accuracy and system integrity across all supply chain modules
- Identify and resolve MRP exceptions, conflicts, and planning deviations proactively and with clear root cause analysis
- Support system enhancements and ProAlpha/SAP configuration improvements in collaboration with IT and operations teams
Inventory Optimization & KPI Reporting
- Analyze and optimize inventory levels using ABC/XYZ segmentation, safety stock modeling, and inventory review processes
- Define, track, and report supply chain KPIs including delivery reliability (Liefertreue), backorder rates, capacity utilization, and forecast accuracy
- Develop actionable recommendations from KPI analysis to drive continuous improvement across the supply chain
- Build capacity and decision-support models for use at management and investor reporting level
Team Development, QM Compliance & Documentation
- Develop the technical expertise of the planning team through targeted coaching, training, and process guidance
- Ensure full compliance with quality management (QM) processes and documentation standards relevant to medical device regulations
- Maintain clear, structured documentation of planning processes, system configurations, and operational procedures
- Drive cross-functional coordination with Sales, Finance, and Operations to align planning decisions with business goals
Qualifications & Requirements
Educational Requirements
- Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Business Engineering, or a comparable field
- APICS CPIM (Certified in Planning and Inventory Management) and CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional) certification — or equivalent
Experience Requirements
- Minimum 8 years of hands-on experience in supply chain planning — covering demand, supply, production planning, and S&OP
- Demonstrated track record of building and developing S&OP processes from the ground up in a manufacturing environment
- Proven expertise in forecasting methodologies, inventory planning, and analytical supply chain planning techniques
Technical & Professional Skills
- Advanced ERP knowledge — SAP, ProAlpha, or equivalent systems — with deep understanding of MRP logic and master data management
- Proficiency in planning, reporting, and KPI management tools and systems for operational and strategic decision-making
- Structured, assertive, and communicative personality with strong experience in cross-functional stakeholder alignment across Sales, Finance, and Operations
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to translate complex data into clear management-level insights and recommendations
About the Employer — Leading Medizintechnik Company in Rheinfelden
This Demand & Production Planner opportunity is with one of Germany’s most respected mid-sized medical technology companies, based in the attractive Rhine-border city of Rheinfelden in Baden-Württemberg. As a values-led organization with a strong innovation culture and a secure, future-oriented workplace, the company offers a comprehensive package including flexible working hours, 30 days holiday, 100% employer-funded Hansefit membership, JobRad, a structured onboarding programme, paid further education, and a company pension scheme. This is a rare senior supply chain leadership role in the medical technology sector — combining strategic impact, professional development, and outstanding benefits in one of Germany’s most desirable regions.
Your Next Step: If you are a certified, experienced supply chain professional ready to build and lead an integrated planning function in a leading German Medizintechnik company, this is the role for you.
Who Should Apply?
- Senior Supply Chain Planners: With 8+ years of S&OP, demand, and production planning experience in manufacturing or medical technology environments
- APICS-Certified Professionals: Holding CPIM and CSCP certifications and proven ERP planning expertise with SAP or ProAlpha
- MRP Specialists: With deep hands-on experience in material requirements planning, master data governance, and ERP system management
- Inventory & Demand Analysts: With strong ABC/XYZ, safety stock, and forecasting accuracy expertise seeking a senior strategic planning role
- S&OP Process Leaders: With cross-functional coordination experience across Sales, Finance, and Operations in a structured manufacturing company
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