If you like change, change to us We are an international mid sized group with appetite for innovations, approachable management, lead by objectives / targets which give the opportunity of a wide range of empowerment. We as a growth oriented market leader invite you to join us on our journey from good to great!

Material Planner Duties :

Analyze and coordinate the ongoing logistical functions involving supplier selection, procuring production materials, components, and services needed to efficiently meet the production schedule requirements of NORMA Group's customers in fulfillment of NORMA Group's business plan, vision, and mission. Review and analyze material requirements, including all specifications, drawings, and prints that may be required. Use current Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system in the most efficient way after completion of training. Create reports using data from current ERP system as tools to guide the producing plants/suppliers through priorities. Approve invoices if required by finance department. Maintain procurement records on items and services purchased to include cost, delivery, product quality, vendor performance issues, and inventories. Evaluate and monitor contract performance by supplier for blanket purchase orders or systems contracts when applicable. Discuss defective or unacceptable goods or services with users, suppliers, and others to determine necessary corrective action together with the quality manager. Work as a partner with customer and production support team to maintain optimal schedules for all manufacturing teams to meet customer requirements. Participate in inventory activities. Ensure supplier metrics and score cards are updated and sent out quarterly using Bravo system. Assume responsibility for related initiatives as needs arise.

Location:

Various unanticipated worksites throughout the U.S.

Telecommuting:

Not Permitted.

Benefits:

Standard company benefits.

Direct Reports:

None.

Reports To:

Director of Supply Chain.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor - Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related technical field of study; will accept equivalent foreign degree.

Experience:

Three (3) years in the position above, as a Demand Planner, Supply Chain Analyst, Sales Representative, or in a related logistics role. Experience must include each of the following: Supply chain management at an ISO, TS, and IATF certified manufacturing organization. Working with Microsoft Dynamics D365 as a Key User. Implementing, tracking, and updating production planning parameters in an ERP system. Managing inventory and requirement levels for production materials within a manufacturing organization. Implementing supply chain process improvements using lean manufacturing tools. Using quality requirements in supply chain, including

ISO 9001, ISO/TS

16949, and

IATF 16949

At NORMA Group, we believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation. We welcome individuals with a wide range of skills and experiences to develop solutions that make a global impact. As a proud equal opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels respected, empowered, and heard.

Contact for this position:

Merisa Jernigan NORMA Michigan, Inc. 2430 E. Walton Blvd. Auburn Hills, MI 48326

Attn:

LC26-101