Manager Supply Chain Category Planning

Overview

Manager SC Category Planning for Tractor & Vehicle. As manager of the Supply Chain Category team, you play a key role in ensuring that Kramp consistently delivers industry-leading product availability, reliability, and service to our customers, while keeping inventory health and levels optimized. You lead the end-to-end planning and execution process for a diverse product portfolio, balancing operational efficiency, commercial priorities, and supplier capabilities.

The Team

The Supply Chain Category team consists of 10 to 12 Supply Chain Specialists and 2 Supply Chain Planners. Team members can be located in different European locations.

Collaboration

You will work closely with the Category & Buying teams (managers, buyers and specialists), as well as connect with various country stakeholders (assortment managers, managing, sales operations director and warehouse managers).

What is your role?

Responsibilities

• End-to-end responsibility for the planning and execution of the Tractor & Vehicle category, ensuring product availability, inventory health, and optimized planning execution.
• Ensure optimal service levels, inventory health & levels, and cost efficiency.
• Lead and develop the team, set objectives and hold team members accountable.
• Escalate structural planning issues and drive resolution.
• Own the demand and supply planning cycle (e.g. S&OP and S&OP&E) for the Tractor & Vehicle category, ensuring accurate forecasts and optimized stock levels across all warehouses.
• Drive process improvements and contribute to change management initiatives.

Who are you?

Requirements for this role include:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business, Engineering or related field is preferred.
• 5+ years of working experience in Supply Chain.
• At least 3 years of experience in team leadership, with success in driving engagement and performance remotely.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to navigate complex organizational dynamics.
• Strong communication skills with full professional proficiency in English.
• Structured, analytical mindset and ability to handle multiple topics in parallel.
• Accountability for delivering results.
• Availability to be present at least two days per week at our office in Strullendorf (remaining days optionally remote).
• Willingness to travel for business purposes.

What do we offer?

We are an ambitious, fast-growing, and financially sound organization. Based on a German contract, you can expect:

• A challenging job in a modern, international, expanding company with high ambitions
• An attractive salary package including social benefits (30 days holiday, holiday and Christmas bonuses, profit sharing, company pension scheme)
• Good transport links and free parking
• Staff discounts on our product range
• Attractive shopping benefits through Corporate Benefits (discounts from over 1,500 suppliers)
• A company health management programme with many initiatives
• The option of leasing a company bicycle
• Growth opportunities: Guidance and support in the field of data science

How to apply

If you are challenged by the above role description and requirements, we are interested in meeting you. Please use the application button and send your CV and cover letter. If you do not fully meet all requirements but think you would be a good match, please apply and convince us. For questions about this role, please do not hesitate to contact Josey Beckmans (JR HRBP) or Sophie ten Berge (Talent Acquisition Specialist).

About Us

Kramp operates across Europe, a leading position in the agricultural parts market. We invest in e-business and innovations to help customers run their business. Working at Kramp means working with over 3,500 international colleagues. Our culture is built on collaboration, trust and straightforward communication. Our promise “It’s that easy” is embedded in our DNA.

Location: Strullendorf (DE)