Material Planner - Europe

Barcelona, B, Spain · Full time
Posted:
29-Jun-2026
Function:
Supply Chain
Location:
Barcelona
Contract type:
Regular Employee
Country:
Spain
Job Type:
Full time
YOUR OPPORTUNITY

YOUR OPPORTUNITY

WHAT DOES A CATEGORY PLANNER DO?

This position supports the Global Procurement and Supply Chain Strategy through end-to-end material planning, at established prices from qualified suppliers that meet Bacardi quality, delivery and service standards.  The role is responsible for managing medium and long-term requirements for supply of materials, driving material strategy and optimising working capital.

Collaboration is a cornerstone of success in this role; building and maintaining strong supplier relationships and working closely with global & regional Procurement teams to maximise availability and optimise sourcing strategies.

 

ABOUT YOU

This role requires an individual with high levels of business acumen, analytical capabilities, & the ability to build a strong network of contacts internally & with our suppliers. This is a critical role to the long-term success of Bacardi brands & requires a mastery of technical & system skills.  Attention to detail, with a strong background in Supply Chain are essential in this role.

 

ARE YOU READY TO EMBARK ON YOUR NEXT MOVE?

Do you dare to be different? Are you willing to question, challenge and innovate in pursuit of excellence? Can you work collaboratively and inspire others? Are you ready to make your mark?

Don Facundo Bacardí revolutionized the world of rums. As the cocktail industry continues to flourish every day, we strive to follow his legacy and delight the most demanding in the industry - our consumers! That’s where you come In!

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

WITH OUR CONSUMER AT THE HEART, YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES WILL BE TO:

Material Availability & plan enablement:

Responsible for mid and long-term planning of material availability, in line with the Master Production Plan
Support and manage innovations and projects from a material supply perspective
Make informed Data-Driven Decisions to maximise material availability
Take ownership of any planning issues that arise due to material supply & follow up actions especially in the event of material shortages that affect internal production.
Close collaboration with supply centre material call of teams, ensuring accurate and timely call off vs. requirements
Key planning representative for NPD projects relating to BOM changes, within assigned category/categories
Be a custodian of Bill of Materials (BOM) master data, to ensure effective & accurate management of products
Ensure on time invoice payments in partnership with BES team to resolve issues, if needed

Supplier Collaboration:

Key contact for material suppliers in terms of managing deliveries, sharing forecast (mid-long term) & performance.
Understand market fluctuations in demand to share insights with suppliers to mitigate any risks to supply and/or material overstock and write off risks.
Co-ordinate with procurement & suppliers to establish long-term agreements, set lead times & manage minimum order quantities (MOQ’s)
Attend and participate in supplier review meetings on a monthly and quarterly basis with full participation in SPM meetings providing information on supply & supplier performance.
Develop and adhere to Service level agreements with respective suppliers, partner with suppliers to ensure they meet the required performance

Supply Chain Optimisation

Proactively look for improved ways of working within material planning, with a continuous improvement mindset
Optimise material strategy & working capital to meet business needs, minimising excess & no mover stock to prevent write offs
Collaborate with key internal stakeholders (e.g. procurement, Supply Centre, SQS), to optimise supplier strategies, to deliver the holistic pillars of Bacardi’s sourcing strategy (Sustainability, Value Chain, Partnership, Superior Availability)

Experienced in End-to-End Planning within an FMCG company is required
Strong proactive communicator; capable of delivering concise, clear messaging to influence & drive key business decisions
Self starter with a strong sense of urgency
Strong at building relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Customer Service “Consumer At The Heart” of everything you do with a passion for delivering service and results
Quick to identify trends, interpret data & can easily draw conclusions from the reported data; Capable of drawing out meaningful, actionable insights to share & influence stakeholders that will help drive business decisions
Sound operational, commercial & financial awareness & understands the meaning & implications of the data results for the business
Technically proficient with strong analytic competence; Expert Microsoft Excel, SAP ECC system; Power BI is a plus
Data driven skills & mindset to problem solving
Strong organisational and planning skills

leadership agility

leadership agility

At Bacardi we care deeply about finding brilliant talent who can bring the following personal attributes to help elevate our 3Fs: Fearless, Family, Founder culture to the next level.

  • Belonging: You have a strong capacity to create a culture of ‘Belonging’, where people feel appreciated for who they are, what they do, and who they can become
  • Self-Awareness: You have high levels of self-awareness, are reflective and know yourself well, understanding both your own strengths and weaknesses and your impact on others
  • People Agility: You bring a deep ability to understand and relate to people and navigate through tough situations to harness and multiply collective performance
  • Results Agility: You demonstrate consistent delivery of results in first-time situations by inspiring teams, exhibiting a presence that builds confidence in yourself and others.
  • Mental Agility: You can think critically to penetrate complex problems and expand the possibilities by making fresh connections. You think strategically whilst being execution focused and bring creativity to the challenges you’re presented with
  • Change Agility: You have a deep natural curiosity, desire to experiment and ability to effectively deal with the heat of change. You have a growth and learning mindset: ready to test, stumble, learn and apply from experience

Disclaimer: Bacardi seeks talent from all backgrounds to bring diversity of thought, agility and capability to our organization across the globe. We promote a working environment where all employees are treated and rewarded fairly. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination that adversely affects individuals or groups on the basis of national origin, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, and any other legally protected aspect of a person's identity. 


U.S. applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws

perks of working with us

At Bacardi, we are committed to providing our Primos (employees) with a comprehensive Total Rewards package of compensation, benefits, incentives, allowances, well-being, and much more to meet the needs of themselves and their families. It goes beyond just Cash! The total rewards program is based on pay for performance, whereby the incentive programs are linked to company and individual performance.
  • Competitive Pay Package
  • Competitive Holiday/Paid Time Off, plus additional days offered ( i.e., volunteer day, allowing you to give back to the community)
  • Retirement/Pension Plan
  • Medical, Critical Illness, and Life Insurance
  • Calm Meditation App subscription (free)
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Best-in-class, family-friendly, and inclusive leave policies
  • Flexible work arrangements (depending on role/office/site location)
  • Access to E-learning Platforms and Career Development programs
  • Travel Discounts ( i.e., hotel and car rental)
  • And much more!

The benefits /perks may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Bacardi, your work location, and are subject to change.

Some benefits may be subject to an employee contribution.

Some benefits may be fully or partially subsidized. Incentive plans are linked to the nature of your employment and can vary based on region, market, function or brand.

Be a Part of Our CultureOur Culture

BE Fearless

We empower our teams to question, challenge and innovate.

This means adopting an agile mindset, being comfortable with trying new things and taking risks, without being reckless.

BEHAVE LIKEFamily

We treat each other, and our communities, like family. Always.

We are all ‘Primos’ (Spanish for cousins) at Bacardi. Being part of the family gives you the support you need to be the best you can be.

THINK LIKE AFounder

The spirit of entrepreneurship is at the heart of everything we do.

Everyone at Bacardi sees this business as their own. We do the right thing for the business and take accountability for our work.

Life Inside BacardiLife Inside Bacardi

Life Inside Bacardi
Career Stories

Be Fearless, act like a Founder.

Follow our Primos on their journey to success. Where did they start and what’s it like to work for Bacardi? You too can be part of our story.

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