Castrol

Global producer of high-performance lubricants

Distribution Requirements and Supply Planner - French Speaking

Supply Chain ManagementPosted on Nov 12

Full-timeBudapest, HungaryNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Fluent business English and a high level of French proficiency are required.
Broad knowledge and practical experience in supply chain planning, distribution requirements planning, production scheduling, and inventory management are required.
At least 5 years of relevant experience across supply chain planning, production planning, demand planning, inventory management, or related operational functions are required.
Experience in manufacturing, supply chain operations, or a large or international corporate environment is required; experience in the lubricants industry is preferred.
Strong analytical and numerical skills are required, together with advanced knowledge of Excel, business reporting tools, and planning systems such as Rapid Response/Maestro and SAP Advanced Planning and Optimisation.
A university degree, preferably in Economics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience, is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain 24-month distribution requirements and production plans to ensure product availability across the European distribution network while optimising inventory levels.
Analyse demand forecasts, production capacity, and inventory data to identify potential shortages, excess stock, and opportunities for improvement.
Prepare and manage production and deployment plans for finished goods and intermediate oils, ensuring products are available at the right locations and times.
Partner with Demand Managers, Manufacturing, Plant Schedulers, and other stakeholders to align production plans with business requirements, available capacity, and changing customer demand.
Manage and monitor production planning activities, including material availability, production priorities, scheduling requirements, and inventory targets.
Monitor inventory performance, safety stock levels, and product lifecycle changes, taking corrective actions to minimise shortages, excess inventory, and stock obsolescence.
Support sales and operations planning, weekly demand control meetings, and production scheduling activities by providing accurate forecasts, analysis, and recommendations.
Identify supply risks, resolve operational issues, conduct root cause analysis, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen planning processes and supply chain performance.

Desired Qualifications

Experience in the lubricants industry is preferred.
A university degree is preferred, particularly in Economics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.

Castrol is one of the world’s leading lubricant brands, serving customers and consumers in the automotive, marine, industrial and energy sectors. Castrol brands are recognised globally for their premium quality and high performance, shaped by the company’s commitment to innovation and cutting-edge technology. With products sold in more than 150 countries, Castrol has helped keep things moving on roads and racetracks, air, sea, and space for over 125 years.

Whether you're just starting out or ready for your next big move, you're in the right place to explore an exciting career with Castrol.

Job description

French Speaking Distribution Requirements and Supply Planner

About the Team

The Distribution Requirements and Supply Planning team manages production planning, inventory optimisation and product deployment across Castrol’s European distribution network. The team works closely with Demand Management, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and other stakeholders to ensure product availability, maintain optimal inventory levels and support supply continuity. Through effective planning and cross-functional collaboration, the team helps balance customer demand with production capacity and operational efficiency.

Key tasks

Develop and maintain 24-month distribution requirements and production plans to ensure product availability across the European distribution network while optimising inventory levels.

Analyse demand forecasts, production capacity and inventory data to identify potential shortages, excess stock and opportunities for improvement.

Prepare and manage production and deployment plans for finished goods and intermediate oils, ensuring the right products are available at the right locations and times.

Partner with Demand Managers, Manufacturing, Plant Schedulers and other stakeholders to align production plans with business requirements, available capacity and changing customer demand.

Manage and monitor production planning activities, including material availability, production priorities, scheduling requirements and inventory targets.

Monitor inventory performance, safety stock levels and product lifecycle changes, taking corrective actions to minimise shortages, excess inventory and stock obsolescence.

Support sales and operations planning, weekly demand control meetings and production scheduling activities, providing accurate forecasts, analysis and recommendations.

Identify supply risks, resolve operational issues, conduct root cause analysis and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen planning processes and supply chain performance.

Experience required

Fluent business English and a high level of French proficiency are required.
Broad knowledge and practical experience of supply chain planning, distribution requirements planning, production scheduling and inventory management.

5+ years of relevant experience across supply chain planning, production planning, demand planning, inventory management or related operational functions.

Experience gained within manufacturing, supply chain operations or a large/international corporate environment, preferably within the lubricants industry.

Strong analytical and numerical skills, with advanced knowledge of Excel, business reporting tools and planning systems such as Rapid Response/Maestro and SAP Advanced Planning and Optimisation.

University degree, preferably in Economics, Supply Chain Management or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.

Privacy

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to Castrol recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.).

If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.

About the Company

Castrol

Global producer of high-performance lubricants

Castrol is a global leader in high performance lubricants used in cars, industrial applications, ships, and aircraft. It manufactures lubricants and related products and sells them worldwide, serving customers in more than 150 countries. As a wholly-owned subsidiary of BP PLC, Castrol leverages BP’s resources for research, development, and distribution. Its products work by reducing engine and equipment wear, minimizing friction, and protecting components under different operating conditions. Castrol’s breadth of product lines across automotive, industrial, marine, and aerospace markets, along with its global manufacturing and distribution network, differentiates it from competitors that lack the same scale and backing. The company aims to provide reliable, high-performance lubricants worldwide to help customers keep engines and machinery running smoothly and efficiently.

Company size: 5,001-10,000
Company stage: Acquired
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Pangbourne, United Kingdom
Founded: 1899

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