Senior Supply Chain Management Specialist

At Gorenje d.o.o., within the Supply Chain Management department, we are looking for a proactive and analytically oriented Senior Supply Chain Management Specialist (m/f), who will play a key role in managing, analyzing, and optimizing the supply chain processes for cooling products.

Location: Ljubljana or Velenje

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparing continuous demand, supply, and production plans, as well as mid-term and short-term production schedules, reports, and analyses

• Identifying and highlighting potential risks and opportunities through analysis of supply data and market performance

• Improving forecasting accuracy through root-cause analysis and ongoing parameter optimization

• Coordinating with Production, Procurement, and Logistics to resolve constraints, set order priorities, and manage schedule changes

• Maintaining planning parameters in line with inventory and service level targets in ERP/APS systems

• Monitoring and balancing inventories across locations and proposing/implementing corrective actions to prevent shortages and reduce write-offs

• Tracking the status of orders and open tasks, ensuring customer requirements are met within agreed deadlines

• Identifying supply risks and proposing actions to Sales and Customer Support

• Supporting ATP/CTP information for order promising and prioritization

• Monitoring service-level KPIs (fill rate, OTIF, backorders)

• Participating in projects aimed at improving lead times, flexibility, and cost efficiency

Education and Work Experience:

• At least a university degree in logistics, economics, industrial engineering, or related fields

• At least three years of experience in a comparable position

• Preferred certifications: APICS/ASCM CPIM, CSCP

• Experience in manufacturing, FMCG, retail, or distribution environments is highly desirable

• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and planning tools (SAP, Oracle, JDA/Blue Yonder, Kinaxis, OMP, etc.)

Desired Skills:

• Active knowledge of English,Chinese Mandarin is a plus

• Strong MS Office skills (advanced Excel)

• Preferably knowledge of SAP

• Experience working with large datasets

• Understanding of supply chain concepts (MRP, MPS, safety stock, MOQ, capacity, S&OP/IBP)

We are looking for candidates who are:

• Responsible and solution-oriented

• Organized and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

• Strong analytical thinkers

• Excellent communicators

• Motivated and able to work effectively in a team

We offer:

• Employment for an indefinite period with a 6-month probation period

• Collaboration in a dynamic team of experts

• Opportunities for personal and professional development within the international Hisense Europe Group

About Hisense Europe

Hisense Europe, the world's leading home appliance manufacturer is a full assortment global player with a comprehensive product range: MDA, SDA, TV, Mobile and A/C, covering all market segments.

In September 2018 the strategic takeover of Gorenje Group took place when Hisense officially became a 100-percent owner of Gorenje.

Hisense celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2019 and has expanded over these years from a radio manufacturer to an international manufacturer in consumer electronics and major domestic appliance industry with a comprehensive brand portfolio.

Gorenje celebrated its 70th anniversary in 2020 and was with 10.000 employees, one of the largest manufacturing companies in the industry in Southeast Europe. Gorenje has been a trendsetter in design, offering an extensive brand portfolio covering all market segments.

The merger resulted in a major manufacturer that combines consumer electronics and home appliances with a comprehensive product range. With 4 major global brands: Hisense, Gorenje, Asko and Toshiba, we are present in different market segments.