Indirect Material Planner

Stoneridge•Lexington, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Since 1965, Stoneridge has designed and manufactured advanced, award-winning technologies including driveline and transmission actuation systems, vision systems, emissions control systems, safety systems, and security and monitoring systems for vehicle OEMs in the commercial vehicle, automotive, off-highway and agricultural vehicle markets. We’re focused on the areas of greatest market need – both today and tomorrow. Our core products and technologies are aligned with industry megatrends including safety and security, vehicle intelligence, fuel efficiency and emissions. Join the Stoneridge Team as we continue to build upon our strong history and reputation for quality products to deliver innovative products and systems that address a need, exceed our customers’ expectations, and motivate our team. JOB SUMMARY: The Indirect Planner serves as the dedicated resource to indirect planning activities within the plant including indirect material, indirect processes, and logistics.

Requirements

Material planning or Supply Chain experience required.
Proficient using general office equipment and computer system (Microsoft Office Suite)
Tow motor certified or willing to earn tow motor certification
Ability to lead and give direction to other employees
Good oral and written communication

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree Preferred
Experience in Lean Manufacturing Environment preferred.
Experience in ERP/MRP systems preferred.

Responsibilities

Inbound shipments packing slip investigations
Manage the returnable packaging for inbound and outbound shipments
Freight claim processing and tracking
Warehouse Gemba walks to facilitate warehouse improvements
Manage the expense consumable item inventories and procure the materials
Manage the premium freight process, seek approvals, and track the premium freight spend.
Manage the Vendor Managed Relationship Suppliers i.e. Corrugate, Pallets, Additional Dunnage, Ect.
Lead the skid yard Gemba walks to facilitate5S and cost minimization
Collaborates with Finance, Quality, Operations, Planning, and Receiving to document the history, root cause, and submit the chargebacks.
Daily receiving reconciliations for accounting
Collaborate with Operations and MRO to streamline the incoming materials
Coordinate with Receiving to elevate problem shelf concerns
Pursuit of cost-down initiatives
Change Management Subject Matter Expert for the Materials team
Backup for the MRO Clerk