Material Planner (m/f/d)
Nordex Group
West Branch, IA (In Person)
Full-Time
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POSITION SUMMARY
The role of Material Planner directly supports the company's mission to develop and deliver clean power plants that make 100% renewable energy a reality for the world. As the Material Planner, you will be working together as part of the Material Management Team, reporting to the Team Leader Material Management, the Material Planner is responsible for ensuring optimal material availability and supporting efficient production processes. The Material Planner works closely with sourcing, logistics platform, plant warehouse, and production teams to execute the material planning, driving operational efficiency and supporting the organization's production goals.WHAT YOU'LL DO
Plan and execute material procurement based on production requirements, including timely release of purchase orders and schedule agreements in line with approved lead times. Use SAP, our Material Resource Planning (MRP) system, to track, forecast, and manage material flow, ensuring supply continuity while meeting inventory optimization goals. Monitor daily material operations, delivery schedules, and supplier commitments to proactively identify shortages, backorders, and supply risks; take corrective actions as needed. Manage supplier lead times, review forecasts from Global Sourcing for long‑lead components and maintain active supplier communication to ensure material availability. Coordinate and escalate material delivery issues appropriately, monitoring supplier performance and participating in defined operational forums. Maintain accurate planning and scheduling master data to support reliable production planning. Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, including Logistics, Engineering, Production, Quality, and Finance, to ensure timely material clearance and resolution of invoice or booking issues related to materials. Ensure raw material inventory levels align with defined targets while supporting uninterrupted production line operations. Perform additional duties as assigned.WHAT YOU HAVE
High school diploma or GED required. Associates degree (preferred) 3+ years of experience in Supply Chain Management or Logistics Management. 1 years of experience in an international Supply Chain position (preferred) Strong knowledge of supply chain functions Proficiency in Microsoft Office platforms (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel - medium to advanced level) and SAP MRP Fluent written and spoken English; Spanish language skills are desirable Responsible, structured, and independent work approach High level of reliability, ownership, and ability to work collaboratively in a team Ability to confidently handle changing challenges and quickly adapt to new situations. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement. Excellent communication and negotiation abilities. Flexibility to adapt to complex situations. Ability to make sound decisions, escalate issues appropriately and coordinate daily tasks effectively. Flexibility to work overtime and weekends. Ability to travel domestic and international locations to project sites and on business as required with the ability to obtain a passport. Nordex places the highest priority on the safe operations of its business. As such, we are seeking a candidate who is committed to maintaining and promoting safety standards at all times.The ideal candidate must:
Demonstrate a strong understanding of and commitment to safety protocols and procedures. Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies. Proactively identify and mitigate potential safety hazards. Properly use applicable safety equipment, including but not limited to eye protection, hearing protectors, steel-toe boots, and hard hats. Loose-fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted. Communicate effectively with team members and management to ensure a safe working environment. Speak and understand English fluently to effectively communicate safety and job-related information, follow safety instructions, and collaborate with English-speaking supervisors and team members. We believe our employees are our greatest assets at Nordex. In addition to the opportunity to make our world a little more sustainable we offer you a total rewards program• designed to recognize and reward the dedication, hard work, and commitment of our team members. We are proud to offer a comprehensive package that aligns with our core values of Respect, Integrity, Colleagueship, and Ownership. Financial Benefits Paid Time Off - Three (3) weeks accrued (120 hours) Medical & Pharmacy Insurance with multiple options to best meet your needs Health Savings Account (HSA) with Employer Contribution Flex Spending Account (FSA) Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Short-Term / Long-Term Disability Insurance Life and AD&D Insurance 401(k) with Employer Match Student Debt Repayment Tuition Reimbursement Wellbeing, Family Planning, and Voluntary Benefits Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Parental Leave Calm Subscription Gym Membership Reimbursement Accident Insurance Legal Plans Spot Pet Insurance Auto and Home Insurance And much more… •Offers may vary by location and eligibility.Equal Opportunity:
Nordex adheres to a policy of equal employment opportunity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.DEI:
We are committed to creating an environment and culture in which Diversity and Inclusion is recognized as a true opportunity and value for the organization. We welcome you to learn more by visiting this link: Diversity & Inclusion - Nordex SESimilar remote jobs
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