Material Planning Specialist

2 weeks ago


Franklin Park, United States Sloan Full time

About the Role:

Sloan, a leading manufacturer of commercial plumbing systems, is seeking a skilled Material Planning Specialist to join our team in Franklin Park, IL. As a key member of our operations team, you will play a critical role in ensuring the timely and efficient receipt of materials for our new product line.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage material responsibilities for Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and New Product Development (NPD) initiatives
  • Analyze data for planning and release, shortage resolution, ordering, and inventory analysis
  • Prepare purchasing requisitions, generate Purchase Orders, and work with suppliers to ensure timely delivery
  • Implement Lean Manufacturing principles, including 6S, KANBAN, Process Flow Efficiency, and continuous improvement via Kaizen events and independent activities
  • Set up and change SAP operations master data
  • Monitor inventory levels to avoid excess inventory, inventory shortages, and inaccuracies
  • Provide delivery date commitments on work-in-process and finished goods products to Supervisors, Director of Materials, and Customer Service
  • Execute decisions as an outcome from Sales and Operations Planning Meetings

Requirements:

  • 2+ years of experience in materials management
  • Advanced level experience working with Microsoft Excel
  • Demonstrates clear, professional, and respectful verbal and written communication in all interactions, consistent with an inclusive work environment
  • Enjoys working in a team environment
  • Organizational skills with ability to prioritize and meet multiple deadlines
  • Works independently
  • Project lead or management experience

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Logistics (APICS, ISM) certification
  • Advanced level experience working with SAP ERP Business System
  • Lean Manufacturing and KANBAN experience

What We Offer:

  • A highly competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance
  • Company-paid basic life and AD & D insurance, basic accident insurance, disability insurance, employee assistance program, and well-being programs
  • Paid time off, paid sick leave, paid vacation time, paid sick time, paid military leave, and paid volunteer time away from work
  • Dependent care flexible spending account, commuter parking and transit accounts, and tuition reimbursement benefits
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
  • Employee service anniversary awards and employee recognition programs

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB):

We are committed to building an inclusive culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is essential to our success and the success of our customers, partners, and community.



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