SlipstreamJobs tracks this role from the company's public career site. Apply directly on the employer's site.
Harmattan AI is a next-generation defense prime building autonomous and scalable defense systems. Following a $200M Series B funding round (valuing the company at $1.4B), the company is expanding teams to deliver mission-critical systems to allied forces.
As a Supply Planner, you will be the primary analytical link between strategic purchasing decisions and operational inventory needs. Your mission is to ensure optimal stock availability of raw materials and components while driving cost efficiency and minimizing risks of shortages or obsolescence.
Key Responsibilities:
Operational Planning & Procurement Strategy Support
- Analyze sales forecasts and production schedules to determine raw material and component requirements using MRP/DRP methodologies
- Generate, send, and monitor purchase orders (POs) based on planning requirements, ensuring alignment with procurement contracts and volume agreements
- Define, monitor, and adjust planning parameters (safety stock, reorder points, EOQ) in the ERP to maintain target inventory levels and reduce working capital
Supplier Performance & Risk Management
- Track and report on supplier performance metrics (On Time Delivery, lead time compliance) and proactively highlight delivery risks
- Identify and anticipate potential supply disruptions (transport delays, capacity issues) and develop mitigation plans in collaboration with the Purchasing team
- Serve as the planning focal point for resolving delivery and quantity discrepancies with suppliers, escalating critical issues to the Procurement Manager
Process Improvement & Reporting
- Develop and maintain detailed analytical reports and dashboards to monitor supply performance, inventory health, and forecast accuracy
- Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies in procure-to-pay and planning processes, proposing solutions and leading improvement projects
- Ensure accuracy of planning-related master data within the ERP system (lead times, MOQs, safety stocks)
You will actively collaborate with the Procurement team to integrate market insights into tangible planning actions and work cross-functionally with Production and Logistics teams.
Requirements:
- Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Production Management, or Engineering (with logistics/industrial specialization)
- 5+ years of professional experience in planning, procurement, or logistics roles, with demonstrated mastery of MRP/DRP planning tools
- Fluency in both English and French (written and spoken) for interacting with international suppliers and teams
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and Business Intelligence (BI) tools
- In-depth knowledge of major ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) and/or dedicated planning tools (APS)
- Ability to manage high volumes of SKUs and data
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills for cross-functional collaboration
