What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supply Chain Specialist Carbon Black Chemical Industry (m/f/x) position at Orion Engineered Carbons GmbH?
Description:
Shaping the Future Together for the Long Term!
You make the difference – we provide the structure!
Look around your daily life: in your clothes, your smartphone, wall paints, your car tires, or batteries – Orion’s carbon blacks are found in countless everyday products.
As a global company, we not only provide innovative solutions to our customers but also create a work environment where you can grow. We actively invest in your development and offer a compensation package that truly recognizes your performance. With us, you can expect not only a great workplace but also the opportunity to actively shape the future.
The link between our business units, production, and logistics is the Supply Chain department, which manages all connected supply chains – directly and indirectly – across departments, interfaces, and locations. We are looking for a long-term collaboration with you – bring your expertise to this unit and learn more about this exciting opportunity!
A Job That Fulfills You:
- As a Supply Chain Specialist, you play a key role in ensuring that our products arrive where they are needed, when they are needed, in the right quantity, quality, and packaging – all while considering cost efficiency, production capabilities, and plant availability.
- You plan and optimize production sequences in reactors and packaging lines, managing unexpected events or production constraints and setting priorities to maximize operational results.
- Your role is regional (EMEA), meaning you work in synergy with our plants across the region – Ravenna (IT), Cologne (DE), Malmö (SE), Jaslo (PL), Berre-l'Étang (FR), and Nelson Mandela Bay (RSA) – sharing experiences and best practices to ensure efficiency and maximum customer satisfaction.
- Beyond operational planning, you actively participate in cross-functional projects and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to contribute to the ongoing transformation of Orion S.A.
A Profile That Excites Us:
- A technical diploma or a degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Production, Industrial Engineering, or an equivalent field, combined with practical experience, is the foundation for success in this role.
- Your commitment to continuous learning is a strong asset – certifications such as ASCM - CPIM or similar demonstrate your dedication and desire for growth.
- Experience with ERP systems is essential, particularly SAP for production planning and management. Show us that you can navigate this environment with confidence.
- In this role, you will serve as a key interface between production, logistics, customer service, quality management, purchasing, and accounting. Therefore, we expect excellent communication skills, a clear understanding of processes, and a strong drive for continuous improvement.
- English is your primary working language, and you handle it with confidence.
- This position requires willingness to travel.
Key Position Details:
Full-time (37.75 hours per week) | Permanent contract | Location: Ravenna (Italy) | 21.5 vacation days per year | Salary range: €45,000 - €55,000 across 14 monthly payments (according to the Chemical Industry Collective Agreement).
Why Join Our Team?
In addition to fixed compensation, we offer: performance-based bonuses | Company health plan | Voluntary pension fund (TFR) | Continuous learning through individual, group, and online training | Extra-professional insurance coverage.
Questions? Get in Touch!
christoph.schulz@orioncarbons.com
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Salary : $45,000 - $55,000
