Materials Planner

MATERIALS PLANNER

Duties and Responsibilities

• Initiate and monitor orders and material requirements needed to support internal customers.
• Manage part allocation, material flow and shortage management.
• Manage safety stock levels.
• Stock transfers / interplant transfers.
• Resolve delivery risks in supply chain by sourcing from alternate suppliers.
• Support annual inventory count.
• Understand the production schedule and communicate within the supply chain organization for impacts to schedule.
• Work within the SAP system to continually search for opportunities to enhance the production and supply chain process using a variety of problem‑solving techniques.
• Interface with Finance, Operations, Quality and Engineering to support integrated value stream reporting and solutions.
• Lead and participate in material allocation priority decisions on critical parts.
• Support supply chain logistics and drive cost‑reduction opportunities where they exist.
• Participate in process improvement opportunities using ACE and Lean Strategies to ensure accurate and prompt inventory accounting and financial reporting.
• Implement root‑cause corrective actions as required to maintain the highest quality standards.
• Demonstrate commitment to the EH&S program by following all policies & procedures, completing all required training and supporting EH&S activities.
• Manage excess and obsolete inventory.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 5 years of experience in material planning.
• Prior experience using the SAP system with emphasis on the production and material modules.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel.
• High level of English proficiency.
• Strong planning and organizational skills with the ability to adjust to changing priorities.
• Ability to work with employees, management, suppliers and customers at all levels.
• Robust manufacturing/materials background.
• Strong analytical skills, including problem solving and troubleshooting.
• Ability to demonstrate the practical application of continuous improvement principles.

Desired Attributes

• Highly motivated self‑starter with a strong desire to succeed and pursue continued growth and developmental opportunities.
• Ability to meet commitments, balance and resolve conflicting priorities.
• Results‑focused work ethic to resolve issues in a timely manner.