Sales & Operations Planner

Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and automotive industry. Sika has subsidiaries in 103 countries around the world and, in over 400 factories, produces innovative technologies for customers worldwide. With more than 34,000 employees, the company generated sales of CHF 11.2 billion in 2023.

Key responsibilities : 

Manage the entire sales cycle : 

• Applies administrative procedures for order processing in accordance with internal processes in order to contribute to the compliant execution of sales operations.
• Enters and tracks customer orders, ensuring the reliability and accuracy of the data entered in order to guarantee sales compliance.
• Manages customer claims and complaints related to orders entered and invoiced in order to build customer loyalty and ensure their satisfaction
• Prepare sales contracts in accordance with current templates and procedures to ensure contractual compliance.

Planning :

• Develop monthly procurement plans based on sales forecasts 
• Track and update purchase order availability dates in SAP to ensure reliable supply.
• Adjust plans according to changes in demand and constraints.
• Identify capacity or availability constraints, propose alternative scenarios for the S&OP process.
• Maintain and update SAP master data (SAP material extensions, MRP parameters, report generation, etc.).

Resupply , Import/ Export Responsibilities :

• Optimize replenishment mechanisms for all sites
• Strengthen inventory control and reliability
• Create and track purchase orders (PR → PO) through to receipt
• Record and track supplier non-conformities (Salesforce)
• Manage end-to-end import/export operations

Compliance with EHS standards and sustainable development :

• Applies product and operation traceability procedures to ensure compliance with quality standards and norms related to archiving and documentation. 
• Ensure compliance with ethical standards and fair practices with customers and partners in order to promote a positive image of the company and its practices. 

Bachelor's/Master's degree in administrative management and commerce 

At least 53years of experience in a similar position 

In line with Sika's values and principles 

Special requirements

• Undertake such additional duties which may from time to time be required.                     
• Work overtime when needed in after Working time or weekend.

We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training.  We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.