Supply Planner – Logistics & Production

About the role

We are looking for a Supply Planner to join a small, international micro‑team within IKEA's Purchasing Development unit. You will work closely with a Business Developer and a Production Engineer to optimise logistics, secure capacity, and drive cost‑effective supply chain solutions.

Key responsibilities

• Improve logistics processes to ethically reduce overall supply‑chain costs.
• Secure operational capacities by ensuring high‑quality capacity data from suppliers and collaborating with Need Planners.
• Contribute to tactical capacity planning based on supplier performance.
• Maintain accurate business set‑up information across all relevant systems and generate proactive reports.
• Prepare suppliers for optimal replenishment and delivery solutions, continuously enhancing delivery performance and lead‑times.
• Identify and implement the best logistical offers with a focus on total cost and customer impact.
• Plan and execute range changes, constraint periods, and related activities at supplier sites.
• Monitor, analyse, and act on supplier delivery performance to ensure on‑time shipments.
• Develop suppliers’ logistic competence through development projects, training, and close collaboration.

Required profile

• Solid background in production planning, logistics, or operations management.
• Experience working in an international environment.
• Strong analytical mindset with a proactive approach to problem solving.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a small, cross‑functional team.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to work for a globally recognised home‑furnishing brand.
• Challenging projects that support personal and professional growth.
• Collaborative, values‑driven work culture.