Material Planner

Role Summary Material Planner

MANN+HUMMEL

Onsite - Gastonia, NC

The Material Planner will oversee the coordination and scheduling of materials to ensure efficient production flow and on-time delivery. This role partners closely with procurement, production, and logistics to manage inventory accuracy, forecast material needs, and maintain optimal stock levels to meet customer and manufacturing demands.Main Tasks

Manage raw material and finish stock inventory 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 introduction 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

Profile Education

Bachelor's or Associates degree in Business Management, Supply Chain, or a related field

Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered

Skills & Competencies

3 to 5 years of experience in logistics, supply chain, material planning, and/or purchasing within a manufacturing environment

Proficiency in Microsoft applications

Experience using an MRP planning system (SAP preferred)

Must be able to lead a team in a fast paced and pressured environment

Ability to influence others by using data and practical judgement

Ability to follow department 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 Experience

Ability to do pivot tables and VLOOKUP using Microsoft Excel

APICS certification or training