Material Planner Position Available In Walker, Georgia

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make “good things, for life.” As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we’re powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there’s always a better way. We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together. The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: _we come together_ , _we always look for a better way_ , and _we create possibilities_ . Interested in joining us on our journey? Join GE Appliances as a Material Planner, where you’ll play a crucial role in managing raw and purchased components to support our high-speed manufacturing environment. This onsite position involves coordinating with suppliers and transportation teams to ensure timely material delivery, while also engaging in logistics improvement projects and new model planning.

• Position
• Material Planner
• Location
• USA, LaFayette, GA
• How You’ll Create Possibilities
• + Plan and coordinate material availability for production, solving supplier-related issues proactively.

+ Enhance Inventory Accuracy, Bill of Material Accuracy, and manage Part Excess/Obsolescence. + Support New Model Introduction and logistics planning initiatives. + Engage in logistics improvement projects such as RWIP reduction and supplier capacity analysis. + Build and maintain strong relationships with both existing and new suppliers. + Manage schedule changes and supply shortages to minimize manufacturing impact. + Assist with cycle counting to ensure accurate inventory counts. + Oversee model line transitions, ensuring part availability and managing obsolescence. + Develop processes to boost supplier performance and reduce inventory without production downtime.

• What You’ll Bring to Our Team
• + Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, Engineering, or a related field.

+ Minimum of 3 years of experience in Supply Chain Management. + Proficient understanding of MRP systems. + Familiarity with manufacturing and supply chain concepts. + Strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. + Excellent judgment, planning, and systematic skills for effective collaboration. + Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities. + Strong interpersonal skills to drive team success. + Knowledge of the Appliance Industry is a plus.

• Our Culture
• Our work is centered on our People and Culture as reflected in our Zero Distance philosophy and we recognize the importance of reaffirming our commitment to inclusion and diversity (I&D).

This underscores our commitment to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, connected, and empowered to contribute, while positioning our organization to adapt seamlessly to the evolving needs of our workforce and communities. This reflects our dedication to creating solutions that: Empower colleagues by fostering an environment where all voices are heard, valued, and encouraged to contribute. Strengthen communities where we live and work. Reinforce a culture of belonging, purpose, and engagement. Reflect the diversity of the communities we serve through our workforce, products, and practices. By further embedding Zero Distance into our People and Culture framework, we will continue to build a deeply connected organization. We are cultivating a culture of engagement, belonging, and connection, because while attracting new talent remains a priority, retention is a cornerstone of our strategy. GE Appliances is a trust-based organization. It is important we offer our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work while balancing the needs of the business and individuals. When you join GE Appliances, you will have the opportunity to work with your leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances the needs of the individual, team, and organization. GE Appliances is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE Appliances participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S _If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply, please send an e-mail_ _to ask.recruiting@geappliances.com_