Integration Material Planner I

Calista Corporation•Huntsville, AL

About The Position

The Integration Material Planner is an integral part of the Supply Chain team. The Integration Material Planner will administer production procurement operations to include Bill of Material creation, Purchase Request and Purchase Order tracking, and Material Delivery requests and reports that drive the production schedules. Ensure continuous improvement of scheduling and control of inventories, on-time delivery and cost mitigation.

Requirements

Intermediate computer skills specifically using Microsoft Office Suite; ability to learn additional computer skills or software programs
Ability to enter data accurately into databases
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of management and staff. Will also routinely interact with external contacts such as customers, vendors, suppliers, shipping companies, etc.
Must be trustworthy – will handle confidential information routinely
Effective communication skills
Ability to use general office equipment such as scanner, phone, copier, etc.
Ability to follow a process
Strong professional customer service skills, including active listening, prompt service and follow-up
Excellent analytical skills with the ability to evaluate data and consider decision impact across multiple areas
Strong decision analysis and problem-solving skills; ability to draw conclusions and justify decisions. Must be able to communicate issues to management and regulatory agencies
Ability to learn and understand corporate policies and procedures and how they relate to Yulista Integrated Solutions’ goals
Ability to perform basic mathematical computations, detect unobvious facts and issues, and exercise resourcefulness in resolving problems
Must be able to work independently and stay on task with minimal supervision Ability to multi-task
Must have a background in Procurement Planning in support of integration or manufacturing of ground systems
Ability to pass a drug and background screening
Must be able to obtain a government security clearance
High School Diploma or Equivalent with 5 year task related experience, or Associates Degree/enrolled in a four year degree program and 2 years task related experience, or Bachelors Degree with 1 year task related experience

Responsibilities

Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, schematics and military specification call outs
Identify part marking requirements.
Create Bill of materials from technical documentation of Ground System Assemblies
Use Material Requirements Planning system to generate and monitor all procurement activities
Monitor metrics for system performance management.
Coordinate and expedite the flow of materials. Arrange for delivery, assembly or distribution of components and supplies to expedite flow of materials and meet production schedules.
Compile status reports on progress of procurement, production inventory levels, costs, materials inventories, materials used, customer feedback and production procurement issues.
Maintain documentation and information to account for delays, difficulties, and / or changes to procurement efforts
Report activity results and provide feedback on performance.
Maintain files such as maintenance records, bills of lading, work orders, purchase requests and procurement status reports.
Execute plans for continuous improvement for the procurement efforts.
Develop positive relationships with internal and external customers to ensure that productivity goals are consistently met and provide regular status.
Maintain material delivery schedules and make changes when necessary due to design changes, material shortages, backlogs, or other interruptions.
The planner may be required to perform other related duties to ensure that the ongoing needs of the organization are met.