Global Vendor Planner
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 24, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 20, 2026.
Are you passionate about keeping global supply chains running smoothly and building strong supplier partnerships that make a real difference? Then join us in our mission to pioneer smarter solutions for moving and transforming water, reducing energy consumption, and enhancing quality of life for people.
As our new Global Vendor Planner, you will be executing cross-plant supply and inventory planning across our network, managing daily procurement routines, coordinating with suppliers, and driving continuous improvements that keep our production lines running without interruption. You'll be part of a diverse, supportive and inclusive culture, that celebrates our differences and puts people first by fostering growth, well-being, and a sense of belonging.
What you will be doing
As a key part of the Global Vendor Planning team, you'll create impact by Ensuring high delivery reliability and optimized inventory levels across multiple plants by building strong supplier relationships and proactively solving supply chain challenges..
Your main responsibilities include:
- Manage daily procurement activities including ordering materials for production, tracking deliveries, and reconciling invoices in SAP
- Act as the key operational link between production plants, suppliers, and Group Purchasing to ensure feasible supply plans and sufficient inventory levels
- Monitor and develop supplier performance, building strong relationships that increase flexibility and delivery reliability
- Handle exceptions affecting the purchase plan such as quality issues, breakdowns, delivery changes, and red alerts
- Drive procurement automation initiatives and deploy continuous improvement best practices with regional and global impact
- Contribute input and recommendations to the SIOP cycle, including vendor-related escalations and capacity reviews
What makes you a great fit
Above all, you are a proactive problem-solver with strong communication skills, an analytical mindset, and a genuine interest in supply chain operations and IT systems. We would also imagine that you have:
- Higher education degree (Bachelor's or Master's) in Supply Chain, Planning, Logistics, or equivalent work experience
- Good English language proficiency, both written and spoken
- Strong communication and collaboration skills with an open, energetic personality
- Natural interest and aptitude for supply chain IT systems and tools, including Excel proficiency
It is a plus if you also:
- Prior experience in procurement, purchasing, or supplier management (0-2 years)
- Hands-on experience with SAP or a similar ERP system
- Familiarity with supply chain planning processes, MRP, and performance KPIs
Why you will love working here
We care! Day to day, you can look forward to:
- A working environment built around your needs, with flexible hours, home working opportunities and parental support.
- Annual bonuses, health insurance and a strong focus on well-being activities.
- Three days' additional paid leave for volunteering in your community.
- Access to on-demand training and learning sessions and carefully structured programmes to pursue personal and professional development opportunities.
We are inclusive! Celebrating and valuing our differences helps us see possibilities where others can't. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from all abilities, experiences, and backgrounds.
Are you ready to unlock possibilities at Grundfos? Apply today!