Material & Supply Chain Planner Job in Zf India

Material & Supply Chain Planner

• Location: Chennai

About the Team

The Supply Chain Team at ZF plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth availability of materials for manufacturing operations. By optimizing inventory levels, enhancing supplier performance, and ensuring timely delivery, the team supports uninterrupted production, cost efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

Role Overview

As a Material & Supply Chain Planner, you will lead end-to-end planning of material supply chains to meet production and customer demands effectively. You will manage master data, purchase orders, SAP updates, supplier capacities, and coordinate deliveries, inventory, and warehouse operations to drive efficiency and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and manage the complete material supply chain lifecycle to meet production schedules and customer requirements.
• Maintain and update master data, purchase orders, and SAP systems in alignment with demand forecasts and supplier capacity.
• Monitor delivery performance, analyze inventory levels, and optimize stock to achieve cost and efficiency targets.
• Coordinate customer schedules, dispatch planning, and support warehouse infrastructure needs.
• Drive supplier performance improvements focusing on on-time delivery, lead time reduction, and quality adherence.
• Ensure compliance with Quality Management Systems (QMS), Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) standards.
• Support new product development through effective supply chain collaboration.

Candidate Profile

• Bachelor s degree in Engineering or related field.
• 4 8 years of experience in material planning or supply chain management.
• Strong knowledge of logistics, inventory management, and supplier coordination.
• Proficient in SAP/ERP systems and skilled in data analysis and problem-solving methodologies (8D, Pareto, Root Cause Analysis).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a strong command of English.
• Proficient in MS Office applications.
• Familiarity with ISO/TS 16949 standards is preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively across functions and drive operational efficiency.

Why Join ZF Group in India?

• Innovative Environment: Be part of a forward-thinking organization committed to supply chain excellence.
• Diverse & Inclusive Culture: Work in a respectful and inclusive workplace that values diversity.
• Career Development: Benefit from structured training, career growth opportunities, and global exposure.
• Global Presence: Collaborate with international teams and contribute to global projects.
• Sustainability Focus: Participate in eco-friendly initiatives and sustainable supply chain practices.
• Employee Well-being: Enjoy comprehensive benefits, work-life balance, and a supportive work culture.

Join Us

Become a vital part of the ZF team as a Material & Supply Chain Planner and help us shape the future of mobility. Apply now!

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI)

At ZF, we strive to foster an inclusive culture where diversity is celebrated and barriers are removed, enabling all employees to realize their full potential. This commitment is embedded in how we operate and innovate, driving our legacy forward.