Coordinator Materials Planning

Purina • Edmond, OK

409d • $42,000 - $62,000

About The Position

The Materials Planning Coordinator at Nestlé plays a crucial role in assisting the Materials Manager with the procurement and logistical management of high-quality ingredients for the Oklahoma City plant. This position focuses on ensuring optimal inventory levels, minimizing freight costs, and maintaining production schedules while adhering to quality assurance guidelines.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1+ years' experience performing administrative duties in a manufacturing, military, logistics or related field.

Responsibilities

• Arrange logistical transportation for prescribed ingredients used at the Oklahoma City plant.
• Assemble the requisitioning of ingredients purchased by the St. Louis Buying Staff via guidelines set forth through M.R.P systems.
• Monitor elevator bin space, liquid tanks, and flat-sacked ingredient floor space in collaboration with the Unloading Team Leader.
• Assist with the successful implementation of Quality Assurance guidelines for incoming ingredients.
• Utilize and be proficient with information systems, including SAP, Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Have full working knowledge of other buyer's responsibilities and perform these duties in their absence.
• Provide vacation coverage for other team members.
• Resolve payment/unloading variance issues as they may arise.

Benefits

• 401k with Company match
• Healthcare coverage
• Performance-based incentives
• Competitive total rewards package

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Food Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED