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What they do
A Materials Analyst evaluates material needs and material costs for production and logistics processes of a company. May work closely with Inventory Analyst to analyze the inventory ordering process. Uses statistical models to predict material requirements and costs.
$75,694 / year median in Texas
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Position Summary The Planner will assist with the planning, scheduling and monitoring the movement of material through the production cycle. The Planner coordinates the movement of materials through production with materials planning, procurement and supply chain staff. Scope/ Supervision and Interaction Position will report to the Materials Manager and interact intra-divisionally with materials planning, logistics and procurement. Essential Functions Maintain a variety of schedules, records, and reports pertaining the tracking of materials through the production cycle and availability of production resources. Assists in executing requisite system transactions needed to support the receipt, storage and transferring of material. Assists with the monitoring of inventory levels generating tracking reports and performing data entry as required. Qualifications
- Minimum of 1 to 3 years experience in inventory and production control.
- 4 year college degree in business, engineering, or materials management required with certification in supply chain management preferred.
- Possess analytical and technical skills required to understand business practices and recommend proper automation opportunities.
- Must have intermediate to advanced computer skills and be able to understand of electronic processing.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills for effective interface with all internal and external contacts.
- Must be an innovator and embrace lean enterprises principles and practices.