Material Planner - Plant

Amcor

17d

About The Position

Accelerate the possible by joining a winning Amcor team that’s transforming the packaging industry and improving lives around the world. At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our innovative and responsible packaging to provide solutions that benefit our customers, our people and our planet. More than 10,000 consumers worldwide encounter our products every second and rely on us for safe access to food, medicine and other goods. We value their trust by making safety our guiding principle. It’s our core value and integral to how we do business. Beyond this core principle, our shared values and behaviors unite us as we work together to elevate customers, shape lives and protect the future. We champion our customers and help them succeed. We play to win – adapting quickly in an everchanging world – and make smart choices to safeguard our business, our communities and the people we serve for generations to come. And we invest in our world-class team, empowering our colleagues to unpack their potential, because we believe when our people grow, so does our business. To learn more about playing for Team Amcor, visit www.amcor.com I LinkedIn I Glassdoor I Facebook I YouTube Job Description To provide management of materials and equipment capacity relating to planning customer requirements, purchasing raw materials, monitor planning of production orders to meet inventory objectives, customer delivery expectations, operational efficiencies and company objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations Management or a related field (or an equivalent experience).
3-5 years’ of experience in material planning, scheduling, or inventory management in a manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of purchasing, inventory control, and supply chain processes.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word).
Regular attendance
Ability to sit up 90% of time.
Ability to communicate up to 100% of time.
Ability to move from one place to another up to 60% of time.
Ability to work on a computer 100% of time.
Ability to travel domestically/internationally/globally 0% of time.
Strong communication and collaboration skills across multiple functions.
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
High attention to detail and strong analytical capabilities.
Proactive problem-solving and escalation skills.
Strong organizational and time management skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience with SAP/Ariba preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage procurement and planning of raw materials including films, foils, and resins, ensuring alignment with production schedules and customer demand.
Create, maintain, and monitor purchase orders; track lead times and confirm material readiness to support on-time customer shipments.
Maintain accurate records in SAP, including purchase orders, material movements, and system messaging; take appropriate action on system alerts.
Communicate and align incoming material timelines with production planners and scheduling teams to ensure seamless operations.
Coordinate and escalate incoming material delays or risks with external warehouses, suppliers, and intercompany plants to minimize disruption.
Oversee and manage raw material inventory levels, ensuring adherence to FIFO practices and established min/max levels.
Analyze and manage aged and obsolete inventory, including disposition planning and monthly reporting.
Coordinate material transfers between plants and warehouses to support production needs and optimize inventory.
Participate in and support production, planning, and cross-functional meetings to ensure alignment on priorities and material availability.
Serve in a rotational role supporting the SOCR inbox, ensuring timely response and resolution of customer and internal requests.
Provide coverage and support for stepping and tooling coordination, ensuring materials and components are aligned with production requirements.
Work closely with resin handlers, procurement, and logistics teams to resolve material issues and coordinate inbound/outbound shipments.
Manage raw material claims, including documentation, communication, and closure.
Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to material availability, inventory, and service levels.
Support continuous improvement initiatives, including participation in WCOM teams and cost-saving projects.
Act as a backup for other material planners and scheduling roles as needed.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision plans
Flexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full-time salaried employees
Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location
Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits
Paid Parental Leave
Retirement Savings Plan with company match
Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)