Material Planner

BASIC POSITION DUTIES

: This position is r esponsible for daily releases to suppliers to support JIT shipments to

OE, OES, & AM

customers.

JOB DUTIES

: There is substantial customer and supplier contact, so excellent verbal and written skills are necessary. This position requires development, implementation and maintenance of personal and organizational goals and objectives. Tracking of supplier delivery performance and premium freight measurement systems for compliance. Participates in production meetings and as a product cross-functional team member which requires in-depth interaction with manufacturing, change control, production, quality, purchasing, engineering, and sales. Must maintain customer rating requirements/scores as defined by the customer and division. Will utilize customer inventory control systems and supply information as required by the customer/system. Complies with all safety policies and procedures. Supports the development of short- & long-term capacity planning. Focus will be on optimizing inventory turns, utilize lean tools or other systematic approach to reduce logistic cost, improve visibility/flow, without production interference.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

: Some scheduling/planning experience is preferred . Computer skills are a must, with MAPICS and Excel skills/experience a definite plus. Preference will be given to candidates with automotive experience. A 4-year Degree in business related degree is preferred.

SPECIAL SKILLS OR EXPERIENCE DESIRED

: Ability to work in a Team Environment. Proficiency with P.C. based software. Willingness to stay on a problem through completion. Strong oral and written communications. Knowledge of purchasing system and methods in manufacturing.