Material Planner

BASIC POSITION DUTIES: This position is responsible 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 objectivesTracking 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 proceduresSupports the development of short- & long-term capacity planningFocus 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 plusPreference will be given to candidates with automotive experienceA 4-year Degree in business related degree is preferredSPECIAL 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. Powered by JazzHRiile50n1ni