Sr. Specialist, Materials Planning/Sched Position Available In Rutherford, Tennessee

Yazaki is a global leader in the research, development and delivery of vehicle power and data solutions. Yazaki works with virtually every major auto manufacturer in the world, and we’ve strived to maintain strategic and stable growth throughout our 83-year history. Today, we’re on the lookout for energetic people with the potential to perform, as well as the ability to strengthen – and thrive in – the positive work environment we pride ourselves on.

Location:

La Vergne, TN, USA What you will be doing:
Responsible for developing and leading the planning team in scheduling production, controlling inventory, and meeting customer demand. They will oversee the team’s day-to-day operations, ensuring that production schedules are optimized, inventory levels are maintained, and customer demand is met. Strategic thinking with a focus on continuous improvement, and possess excellent communication and leadership skills What you will bring to the table: Develop and execute supply chain strategies that optimize efficiency, minimize cost, and improve customer satisfaction
Lead cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and drive implementation of best practices across the supply chain
Manage production performance to ensure schedule adherence is met. In the event of missed production, lead root cause analysis and provide recommendations for countermeasures moving forward.
Regular review of supply shortage to customer’s demand providing escalation where necessary and action plan for mitigation.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement inventory management strategies that optimize inventory levels reducing excess, obsolete and slow-moving finished goods
Analyze customer demand patterns and develop production plans that meet customer needs while minimizing inventory costs
Prepare reports and presentations to communicate supply chain performance to management
Be recognized as your department’s subject matter expert by peers and customers
Mentor and train Planner I and II’s as required
Represent the Planning department in process development, functional group, or business unit meetings and/ or projects What we can provide you: A collaborative learning work environment
Diverse teams of experts
Opportunities for professional growth and a competitive compensation and benefits package, including incentive compensation, 401K match, tuition assistance, and a generous holiday schedule

REQUIREMENTS

Degree Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, logistics, or a related field or equivalent experience

Certification Requirements:

CPIM preferred but not required

Previous Experience:

6+ years preferred
6+ years preferred

Travel Requirements:

Both domestic and international travel could be required between Yazaki facilities and to customer and manufacturing sites

Language:

English (required), Spanish (preferred)

Application/Software:

SAP, Success Factors and Microsoft Suite

On Call Requirements:

During customer production hours including overtime, weekend hours and holidays. Extended work hours occasionally required to meet with parties in different time zones.

Physical Requirements:

Primarily Sedentary Employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job. Yazaki North America is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, handicap, veteran status, or other legally protected status or characteristic. Equal opportunity extends to all aspects of the employment relationship. Yazaki North America complies with federal and state equal employment opportunity laws and strives to keep the workplace free from all forms of harassment.