Supply Planner EMEA - Automotive Business

SKF has been around for more than a century and today we are one of the world’s largest global suppliers of bearings and supporting solutions for rotating equipment. Our products can be found literally everywhere in society. This means that we are an important part of the everyday lives of people and companies around the world.

In September of 2024, SKF announced the separation of its Automotive business, with the objective to build two world-leading companies. The role you are applying for will be a part of the new company created from the Automotive business. This means you will have the opportunity to be a part of shaping a new company aimed at meeting the needs of the transforming global automotive market.   

Would you like to join us in shaping the future of motion? 

We are now looking for a …

Supply Planner EMEA
- Automotive Business

As a Supply Planner in the EMEA Automotive organization, you are responsible for securing product availability and optimizing inventory to serve both Original Equipment (OE) and Aftermarket (VA) customers. You manage end-to-end supply—from factory finished goods to SKF stock and customer consignment—and ensure the reliable flow of both manufactured and traded products.

You play a critical role in service and inventory performance improvement, capacity planning, and active participation in the S&OP process to drive operational excellence and alignment across the supply chain.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure on-time product availability across OE and Aftermarket demand, including SKF warehouses and customer consignment.
• Translate demand plans into supply plans for internal and traded products, including inbound flow coordination and supplier follow-up.
• Manage inventory replenishment processes for assigned assortments across EMEA locations.
• Optimize system usage and master data (e.g. DOH, SO99) to improve inventory performance end-to-end.
• Align production and supply capacity with manufacturing plants to meet forecast demand and delivery targets.
• Drive the Monthly S&OP (MSP) process by preparing supply and capacity proposals, identifying risks, and proposing mitigation actions.
• Participate in Weekly S&OE routines to resolve deviations from the supply plan in a structured, collaborative way.
• Monitor inventory, order books, and supply plans while driving continuous improvement and cross-functional alignment across Sales, Logistics, Procurement, Customer Service, and Manufacturing.

Requirements 

• Relevant academic background in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, or Business Administration.
• Supply Chain experience in the automotive sector (OE and/or Aftermarket) is highly valued.
• Power BI and any supply chain planning systems are an advantage
• Experience managing both internal and external (traded) product flows is a strong advantage.
• Solid understanding of end-to-end supply and inventory planning, including customer consignment and factory coordination.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt plans based on changing conditions or constraints.
• High level of ownership and a continuous improvement mindset.

You will enjoy working here if you are…

• Comfortable working in an end‑to‑end supply planning role, translating demand into supply plans and balancing service level, inventory and capacity constraints
• Confident collaborating with factories, suppliers and cross‑functional teams in an OE and Aftermarket automotive environment
• Analytical, proactive and accountable, with a strong interest in S&OP processes, continuous improvement and data‑driven decision making

SKF is committed to creating a diverse environment, and we firmly believe that a diverse workforce is essential for our continued success. Therefore, we only focus on your experience, skills, and potential. Come as you are – just be yourself. #weareSKF 

Some additional information 

This position can be located at any Automotive sites in EMEA, with preferred locations being Schweinfurt, Germany, Saint-Cyr, France, Airasca, Italy, or Gothenburg, Sweden.

Please note that we can't accept applications via email. 

Is this you?  

If the answer is yes, submit your application with your CV and cover letter no later than the 24th of May.  We will screen candidates continuously throughout the application period, so make sure to submit your application as soon as possible.

At SKF, we are committed to promoting fairness and inclusivity throughout our recruitment process. To achieve this, we may include assessments and verify the information in your application in compliance with country-specific laws and regulations.