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Material Planner

Location: 

Portage, US, 49002-8720

Date:  Apr 11, 2024
Job Area:  Logistics
Job Level:  Experienced

Role Summary

The Material Planner is responsible for planning plant production requirements and related supplier material requirements.

Main Tasks

  • Coordinate and schedule pre-production materials in accordance with Internal Office Work Requests (IOWR)
  • Coordinate engineering changes and/or end of like programs to prevent obsolescence 
  • Monitor the status of supplier release delivery dates and quantities in SAP for international & domestic suppliers
  • Create and communicate pull schedules for domestic suppliers with delivery frequencies that are daily or more than one time each week
  • Create and follow up on manual orders to suppliers (suppliers that do not receive release information from SAP)
  • Coordinate and monitor supplier inventory that is on visual management systems
  • Follow up on early/late shipments, over/under shipments, create supplier Logistic Complaints when needed
  • Coordinates expedite arrangements if needed for inbound material
  • Communicate exception requirements to suppliers to support sudden customer increases or decreases in demand or to support internal bank builds
  • Decide min/max inventory levels for PEEP
  • Monitor inventory days on hand and inventory accuracy to the PFEP
  • Assist with cycle counts of raw material, investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies
  • Maintains accurate record keeping and reporting utilizing SAP
  • Operates a computer, calculator, copier, fax machine and standard office equipment
  • Maintains an acceptable attendance record to ensure timely work completion
  • Performs all activities in a professional and positive manner
  • Must have knowledge of and adhere to the current Quality System requirements that relate to this job

Your Profile

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Integrated Supply Management or related degree and 2 years' experience in logistics, inventory management, production planning, etc OR Associates degree and 3 years' experience in logistics, inventory management, production planning, etc OR High School Diploma and 5 years' experience in logistics, inventory management, production planning, etc.

Required Skills

  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software
  • Working knowledge of ERP systems
  • Interpersonal skills necessary to work in a cooperative, positive team approach

Preferred Skills/Experience

  • SAP Experience

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