Materials Planner

Lead Materials PlannerThe key responsibilities of the Lead Materials Planner may include the following as well as other items required to execute the role:Works with the region sales and operations to create the regional forecast (12-18 mo.) and global forecastsWorks with the sales and operations team to convert the demand plans into physical orders. Understands business trends, opportunities and how they impact the demand forecast.Assists in the execution and drives consistency of the S&OP processAnalyzes incoming demand identifies order exceptions, misalignment with product rationalization strategy and opportunities to utilize existing inventoryPlans and schedules order timelines to be consistent with customer requirements while minimizing inventory and shipping costsWorks with the Product Line/Sales/Service Delivery to prioritize deliver dates as needed (push outs, pull ins)Performs various material management analysis such as statistical material consumption and forecasts, aged inventory, aged PO, in-transit material analysis, safety stock, etc.Implements inventory stocking strategiesMonitor levels of safety stock, global and aging inventory and works with regions and manufacturing plants to address accordinglyWorks with the AMO organization to ensure spare parts and asset demands are capturedWorks to ensure new assets, repaired assets and spares are captured with the Sales & Operations Planning processAssists with product life cycle management for new and obsolete products to ensure they are incorporated into the S&OP processAssists in driving product line make to stock (MTS), make to order (MTO), configure to order (CTO) and engineer to order (ETO) standards are implemented in the S&OP processQualifications/Requirements:Bachelor's degree in supply chain management or related field or equivalent experience (5+ years' experience)Experience in order management, inventory optimization and management, asset utilization and managementIntermediate knowledge of SAP and MRP functionalityAbility to work with and influence stakeholdersStrategic thinking with tactical execution with a sense of urgencyDesired Characteristics: Not required but additional preferred elements Certifications; APICS CertificationWorking with usOur people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We invest in the health and well-being of our workforce, train and reward talent and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.The Good StuffOur inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we have to push the boundaries today. We prioritize rewarding those who embrace challenge with a package that reflects how much we value their input.Join us, and you can expect:Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activitiesComprehensive private medical care optionsSafety net of life insurance and disability programsTailored financial programsEducation AssistanceGenerous Parental LeaveMental Health resources, Virtual Therapy ProgramsDependent and Partners CarePet InsuranceAdditional elected or voluntary benefitsYou will be eligible to participate in Company-sponsored benefit programs, including health & welfare programs and the Thrift Plan (401k). You will have a choice of coverage options that best suit your needs. Coverage options and contribution amounts are related to your benefit elections, base salary level, and specific requirements of each of these plans.