Material Planner

Job Purpose

The Material Planner role is an integral member of the Operations team. Responsible for inventory management and supplies to support customer requirements, production schedules, and other operational functions.

Job Responsibilities:

Execution of planning messages (MRP, Virtual Pull, requisitions, etc.) in a timely manner to ensure production and customer requirements are fulfilled
Release purchase orders to preferred/approved suppliers based upon planning messages
Expedite and de-expedite orders of inventory and supplies, by reviewing shortages reports and other messages
Collaborate with Purchasing in the evaluation of current approved suppliers and selection of new suppliers
Maintain JDE planning parameters (lead-times, ROP, ROQ, MOQ, Kanban systems, and accurate system dates)
Understand, track, and execute changes to support corporate defined KPI's which include inventory, customer satisfaction levels, lead-time, etc.
Maintain positive communications with internal/external "customers" for raw materials, finished goods, supplies, and services (Customer Service, Suppliers, Inter-plant, operations, etc.)
Manage inbound and outbound shipments with suppliers and internal traffic department
Assure proper approval, accounting, and processing controls are maintained
Interfaces with Quality/Purchasing Category Managers to develop correction actions related to purchased and manufactured components
Involvement in continual improvement/cost down efforts
Manage changes related to engineering, process, quality, and/or suppliers
Other job tasks as assigned.



Experience & Education

2+ Years of experience in any planning/manufacturing environment

Associates degree in operation/supply chain/business or equivalent experience required

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Manufacturing familiarity
Familiarity and working knowledge of quality systems
Committed to lifelong education
Proven track record as a team player
Strong interpersonal skills
Customer focused
Sense of self accountability
High level of professionalism
Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially pivot tables, vlookups, etc)
Problem solving and decision making skills
Ability to work well and cross-train in a team environment
Ability to identify cost down and continual improvement opportunities