Material Planner

Role Summary

This is an Onsite position based at our location in Gastonia, NC. 

No Visa sponsorship will be available for this position. 

Relocation assistance is not available for this position. 

The Material Planner is responsible for working with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials to support manufacturing operations.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage raw material and finish stock inventory levels to meet plant goals, and monitor inventory days on hand and inventory accuracy to the PFEP
• Review sister plant needs, and transfer product as needed
• Monitor purchase requisitions, scheduling agreements, exception messages and supplier past due reports
• Work cross functionally with other departments on improving low performing suppliers
• Compile supplier performance information for monthly reporting
• Maintain facility production levels, inventory, and customer service levels
• Participate in supplier selection for production supply items to support facility needs and qualification requirements
• Ensure adherence to all company policies, procedures, and established safety rules
• Practice good housekeeping habits in work area and throughout the facility
• Manage and/or participate in new product introductions and product changes to ensure on-time introduction
• Walk production lines to check run problems and assist in Bill of Material validations
• Participate in obsolescence recovery and disposition activities
• Data mining to analyze correct material master settings and identify areas of opportunity to improve key performance indicators

REQUIREMENTS

Experience:

• 3 years' minimum experience in logistics, supply chain, material planning, and/or purchasing within a manufacturing or industrial environment

Required Skills: 

• Proficiency in Microsoft applications (WORD, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Experience using an MRP planning system (SAP preferred)
• Must be able lead a team in a fast paced and pressured environment
• Ability to influence others by using data and practical judgement
• Ability to follow departmental procedures
• Effective English communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong team mindset
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule across two shifts if necessary

Preferred Education, Skills, and Certification/Training:

• Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Business Management, Supply Chain, or a related field
• Ability to do pivot tables and v-lookups using Microsoft Excel
• APICS certification or training 

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