Global RM Planning and Purchasing Specialist
Hempel A/SGlobal RM Planning and Purchasing Specialist
About the role
The Global RM Planning and Purchasing Specialist is responsible for planning, purchasing, and ensuring availability of raw materials in the Central Raw Material Warehouse to support uninterrupted production and supply chain operations. You will also be supporting global raw material planning initiatives including allocation, reallocation, optimization projects, and cross-site collaboration.
Key responsibilities
Raw Material Planning
- Plan and manage raw material requirements for the central RM warehouse based on production forecasts and demand planning.
- Ensure optimal inventory levels to support production while minimizing excess stock.
- Monitor stock levels, safety stock parameters, and reorder points.
- Identify risks of shortages or excess inventory and take corrective actions.
Purchasing & Supplier Coordination
- Execute purchase orders for raw materials in line with planning requirements.
- Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries.
- Monitor supplier performance, lead times, and delivery reliability.
- Support cost control initiatives and purchasing optimization.
Warehouse & Inventory Management
- Maintain accurate raw material inventory records.
- Work closely with warehouse teams to ensure correct stock levels and material availability.
- Manage material allocations within the central RM warehouse.
Global Raw Material Planning Support
- Assist with global raw material allocation and reallocation across sites.
- Support cross-regional supply chain initiatives.
- Participate in supply chain improvement projects and planning optimization initiatives.
- Collaborate with global planning teams to ensure supply continuity.
Data Analysis & Reporting
- Analyse inventory trends, shortages, and supply risks.
- Prepare reports related to stock levels, supplier performance, and planning.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.
- 2–5 years experience in supply planning, purchasing, or supply chain operations.
- Proficiency in Excel and supply chain tools.
- Experience in D365 is an advantage.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent organizational and planning abilities.
- Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
- Detail-oriented and proactive.
- Strong ownership and accountability.
- Ability to work in a global and cross-functional environment.
- Continuous improvement mindset.
Application
To apply for this position, please submit your application letter with a CV in English via our recruitment system by clicking the link 'Apply for position' at the top-right corner.
Application due: 2026-06-15
About Hempel
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.
Hempel is a world-leading supplier of trusted coating solutions working with customers within the decorative, marine, infrastructure and energy industries. Our purpose is to shape a brighter future with sustainable coating solutions, and being owned by the Hempel Foundation gives us the stability, means and purpose to deliver lasting, positive change in the world. The Hempel Group is the owner and parent company of Crown Paints, Wattyl and the Neogard brand.
About Hempel A/S
Hempel A/S is a global supplier of coatings and paints serving the marine, protective/infrastructure, energy, decorative, container and yacht segments. The company operates manufacturing plants, R&D centres and sales offices across more than 80 countries, and its decorative brand portfolio includes Crown Paints, Wattyl and Farrow & Ball. Hempel reported revenue of EUR 2,165 million in 2025.
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