Barcelona Supply Planning Manager Auto EMEA

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Since 1792, we’ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that’s dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let’s paint the future together.

 

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Barcelona

 

             

      Supply Planning Manager Auto EMEA

 

Lead Planning Excellence Across Europe

 

At AkzoNobel, we're looking for an experienced and inspiring Supply Planning Manager Auto EMEA to lead our planning operations across the Automotive business in the EMEA region.

This is a highly visible leadership role where you will drive operational excellence and develop a high-performing planning organization. As a key member of the AUTO EMEA management team, you will influence strategic decisions and ensure the right balance between inventory, cost, and operational efficiency.

 

About the Role

• Lead and develop a team of production and material planning professionals.
• Drive best-in-class planning performance across the EMEA Automotive business.
• Own the end-to-end Supply Planning process for Automotive EMEA, including OTIF, inventory management, and SLOB reduction.
• Lead cross-functional decision-making with Manufacturing, Procurement, Logistics, Customer Service, and Commercial teams.
• Manage supply risks, capacity constraints, and scenario planning to ensure business continuity.
• Champion continuous improvement and planning excellence through governance, standardization, and data-driven decision making.

 

About you

• Master's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Proven leadership experience managing and developing teams.
• Strong background in Supply Planning, Operations, Manufacturing Planning, S&OP, or IBP.
• Experience within FMCG, Manufacturing, Coatings, Paints, Chemicals, or Retail environments.
• Strong SAP ECC and Power BI knowledge.
• Excellent stakeholder management and change leadership capabilities.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Fluent English communication skills.

 

 

 

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