Gnosis by Lesaffre aims to raise the standard of human health and build a world where proactive health solutions empower people to live longer, happier lives.
By exploring the world of microorganisms, we tap into nature’s biological processes to develop solutions that address pressing health challenges while promoting positive impact on both human and planetary health.
Together with nutraceutical and pharmaceutical brands, we develop revolutionary products that help their customers thrive.
Our vision is a future where health is proactive, solutions are sustainable, and the timeless wisdom of nature guides every step forward.
Think like Nature to Raise human health.
Job DescriptionThe Junior Supply Production Planner will play a key role in production planning, working cross-functionally with various Supply Chain departments, the Production team, and the Quality team to ensure an efficient workflow aligned with company standards.
This role would be the key point of contact between the production plant and the Planning corporate Team.
Your Main Responsibilities will be:
- Manage production planning according to campaign-based logic.
- Oversee the production of MTO (Make to Order) and Make to Forecast products.
- Conduct weekly reviews of the production plan, with a particular focus on high-runner products, in collaboration with the site reference.
- Manage production plans for three different plants.
- Ensure timely updates in the SAP system following the agreed alignments.
- Plan in detail the packaging of finished products in cooperation with the Plant Warehouse Team.
- Maintain daily alignment with the CS team, providing expected dates for the fulfillment of pending orders.
- Proactively coordinate with the Material Planner and Expeditor.
- Analyze inventory and aging stock.
- Build production plans based on demand and production capacity.
- Monitor and manage stock levels to ensure operational continuity.
- Analyze production data and propose solutions for process optimization.
- Optimize the production plan in collaboration with the plants.
- Assist the Supply Planning Lead in managing master data.
- Degrees in Economics, Business Management, or Industrial Engineering
- Previous experience in Supply Chain Departments is considered a plus
- Intermediate-level English proficiency
- Proactivity
- Team-working
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- The job is based in Desio (MB) - Italy
- Type of Contract: CCNL - Chimico Farmaceutico Industria; Full Time, Fixed Term Contract
- Gross Salary range: €31.000,00-35.000,00€
- Be part of a growing company
- Work in a dynamic international environment
- Possibility of Smart Working after initial On Boarding
- We promote a sense of fulfilment with a genuine mission: nourish and protect the planet, and Raise Human Health.
- An opportunity to work in a Company with a Culture built by the People, for the People.
At Lesaffre, diversity is a strength that enriches our culture and our teams. We are committed to offering you a work environment where you can thrive, regardless of your background, gender, age or abilities. We encourage all applications, as we believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our ability to innovate and meet the challenges of tomorrow.
Skills Required
- Degree in Economics, Business Management, or Industrial Engineering
- Previous experience in Supply Chain departments
- Intermediate-level English proficiency
- Proactivity
- Team-working
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience updating/using SAP for production planning
Lesaffre Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — U.S. postings and employer-verified listings describe comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, in some cases starting on day one. Subsidiary and job materials also point to strong health plans across certain U.S. entities.
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Retirement Support — Job postings and U.S. materials indicate a 401(k) with company match, sometimes with day-one eligibility. Employer-verified benefit lists also include retirement plans as part of the core package.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Performance bonuses and employee discounts are referenced as part of total rewards, and shift differentials can materially increase pay in roles with nonstandard hours. These elements provide additional pathways to boost total compensation beyond base pay.
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What We Do
A key global player in fermentation for more than a century, Lesaffre, with a €2.7 billion turnover, and established on all continents, counts 11,000 employees and 96 nationalities. On the strength of this experience and diversity, we work with customers, partners, and researchers to find ever more relevant answers to the needs of food, health, naturalness and respect for our environment. Thus, every day, we explore and reveal the infinite potential of microorganisms. To nourish 9 billion people, in a healthy way, in 2050 by making the most of our planet’s resources is a major and unprecedented issue. We believe that fermentation is one of the most promising answers to this challenge.
