BMW Group Painted Body Material Planner Vacancy 2026

Opportunity Overview

The BMW Group is seeking a dedicated PAINTED BODY MATERIAL PLANNER to join their team in Rosslyn. This role is crucial for ensuring the smooth operation of the Painted Body department by meticulously managing material flow.

As a Material Planner, you will be responsible for the planning, monitoring, and efficient supply of non-series materials, specifically spare parts, essential for production and maintenance activities at the BMW Group plant. This opportunity allows you to contribute directly to the manufacturing process by maintaining optimal inventory levels and coordinating with various stakeholders.

Minimum Requirements

To be considered for this position, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• National Diploma/Degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, or equivalent), Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or Materials Management in a technical or business-related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 2+ years of professional inventory management experience.
• 2+ years of professional SAP experience, preferably within the MM and PM modules.
• 3+ years of MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, Access).
• 3+ years of professional communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation).
• Knowledge of Health, Safety and Environmental Standards and legal standards linked to manufacturing technology.
• Self-motivated with a willingness to learn new skills, possessing strong communication, project management, and problem-solving abilities.
• Preferred: 2+ years of professional experience applying technical knowledge of maintenance parts and suppliers to problem-solving.
• Preferred: Experience in the paint and/or body shop environment.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Planning and monitoring materials (non-series material - spare parts) and products used by the Painted Body department.
• Using customer/supplier information to schedule material orders and re-orders, maintaining efficient inventory.
• Ensuring the company maintains a consistent supply of materials (spare parts) required for production.
• Managing the flow of inventory and ensuring products are properly shipped to customers (Production – Plant maintenance).
• Determining required materials and generating purchase orders.
• Ensuring materials meet specifications, quality standards, and are cost-efficient.
• Coordinating with other departments regarding production goals, timelines, and supplier payments.
• Tracking production volume and monitoring customer demand patterns and purchasing trends.
• Scheduling and overseeing the supply and delivery of materials, products, and rotables.
• Liaising with customers, suppliers, and distributors.
• Managing inventory issues, schedule changes, and cancellations.
• Preparing cost estimates and performance reports.
• Warehouse management, including updating all material master data in SAP with purchasing and supplier information.
• Managing and resolving inventory discrepancies through audits and cycle counts, performing root cause analysis when necessary.
• Taking complete responsibility for the planning and disposition of a defined part spectrum, including special categories (e.g., LDL, JIT/JIS, Bulk).
• Responsibility for obsolescence of material numbers steered by the material planner.
• Comparing requested NSM material to existing materials in SAP to prevent duplication.
• Interacting with all NSM Controllers to review current and future inventory ordering requirements.
• Identifying and implementing cost-saving measures and general optimisations.
• Maintaining a high level of 5S standards in the responsible area.
• Establishing and managing SAP frame contract agreements with suppliers.
• Preparing reports, analysing data, and making recommendations for improving material planning and the availability of spare parts.
• Performing other duties as assigned by management, including any ad-hoc tasks required from time to time.

What the Work Involves

As a Painted Body Material Planner at BMW Group in Rosslyn, you will be deeply involved in the day-to-day operations of material supply and inventory management. Your work will involve meticulously planning and monitoring the non-series materials and spare parts critical for the Painted Body production line. This includes generating purchase orders, tracking stock levels, and ensuring that all materials meet quality standards and are cost-efficient.

You will spend a significant amount of time working with SAP, updating material master data, resolving inventory discrepancies through audits, and performing root cause analysis to maintain a seamless flow of parts. The role requires strong coordination skills as you will regularly liaise with customers, suppliers, distributors, and various internal departments such as production, plant maintenance, and NSM Controllers. This dynamic environment requires a proactive approach to managing schedules, addressing inventory issues, and continuously seeking opportunities for cost savings and process optimisation.

How to Apply

To apply for the PAINTED BODY MATERIAL PLANNER vacancy at BMW Group:

• Ensure you have an up-to-date CV ready for submission.
• If you are currently employed, please inform your line manager of your application.
• All applications must be submitted online via the official BMW career portal.
• Visit the application link: https://career5.successfactors.eu/careers?company=bmwag&career_job_req_id=182521&career_ns=job_application
• The deadline for applications is 14 September 2026.