Procurement September 21, 2025 Planning and Logistics Manager Buenos Aires , Argentina

About the position

Responsible for Planning and Logistics areas in Argentina and Chile, including, inventory maintenance and control, support GEA Intercompany process, SAP Data Management, focusing on COST / DELIVERY TIME / QUALITY. Follow all rules and best practices regarding Quality, Environment and Safety, targeting commitment of all employees involved in company projects and programs. Provide and optimize overall logistics strategy and activities in the region. Leads, manages and coordinates the logistics planning, storage and delivery of parts, components, and materials incl. required controls to meet the delivery time. Lead S&OP meetings, in cooperation with Sales and Finance.

Your responsibilities and tasks

• Inventory level maintenance and control, focusing stock accuracy, Slow Moving and Working Capital reduction.
• Monitor and control transport costs, through appropriate planning of weekly routes versus forecasted deliveries.
• Supports others only within the department in the implementation of short-term operational plans and targets and not only achieves but also defines mid-term goals with some authority to act independently.
• Provide and update forecasted volume of intercompany purchased items.
• Provide and update management reports and KPIs (e.g.:inventory; overtime; planned vs. actual production; etc).
• Production and Logistic workload balance: required capacity vs. actual demand.
• Interface with other units within the group for exchange of information and knowledge.
• Integrating Quality issues (e.g.: customer claims and day-to-day problems) into the process analysis, focusing in immediate improvements.
• Improve constantly the quality of processes and procedures, from the order handling up to the delivery, keeping and improving the service level and customer satisfaction.
• Systemic view of the processes, anticipating impacts in other areas and avoiding/reducing flaws.
• Continuous optimization of processes and structure (strategy, methods, tools, personnel development, etc.) and related key figures.
• Enhance follow-up with overseas suppliers, avoiding delays, Production and Material Planning and Logistic activities, assuring on time delivery of our products.
• Maintenance of regular Sales & Operations Meetings to prepare inventory and resources according to Sales forecast.
• Together with Logistic Team, responsible to keep the On Hand Inventory, avoiding deviations and damage, as well as coordinating cycle counting for raw material and products, providing more reliability for the ERP system figures and avoiding delays/losses of sales due to missing parts.

Your profile and qualifications

• Mandatory: Degree in Engineering or Businees Administration or Economy
• Desirable: Lean Manufacturing training /qualification.
• M inimum of 5 years working with Planning and Logistics coordination, material planning activities.
• Previous experience as SAP user.
• English, local language.
• Strong Leadership and change competencies; Ability to lead internationally and/or culturally diverse teams.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills Effective communication with different areas.

About GEA

GEA is one of the largest suppliers for the food and beverage processing industry and a wide range of other process industries. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 60 countries contribute significantly to GEA’s success – come and join them! We offer interesting and challenging tasks, a positive working environment in international teams and opportunities for personal development and growth in a global company.

GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified.

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