Material Planner

GE Appliances, a Haier company • LaFayette, GA

99d

About The Position

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make “good things, for life.” As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we’re powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there’s always a better way. We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together. The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together, we always look for a better way, and we create possibilities. Interested in joining us on our journey? As a Material Planner at Roper Corp, your role is heavily focused on managing raw and purchased component management. You will directly work with the supply base on timely shipment and receipt of material to support a high-speed manufacturing environment. The planner is also responsible for working with inbound transportation to track and coordinate Just in Time arrival of material. This position is 100% onsite.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• 3+ years of experience in supply chain management or a closely related discipline.
• Working knowledge of MRP (Material Requirements Planning) systems.

Nice To Haves

• Understanding of manufacturing and supply-chain concepts, including parts flow.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proven ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated sound judgment, planning, and systematic problem-solving skills to effectively collaborate with management, production teams, and suppliers.
• Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to guide teams toward achieving outstanding results.
• Familiarity with the appliance industry or similar manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage material requirements to ensure part availability for production.
• Proactively identify and resolve issues in collaboration with suppliers.
• Lead and support activities that improve inventory accuracy, BOM accuracy, and excess/obsolescence analysis while supporting new model introductions and logistics planning.
• Contribute to logistics projects such as RWIP reduction, supplier capacity data collection and analysis, and returnable packaging enhancements.
• Build and maintain positive, professional relationships with current and new suppliers to foster effective partnerships.
• Coordinate and manage schedule changes or supply shortages with the scheduling team to minimize impact on manufacturing operations.
• Assist with the cycle counting process to maintain precise inventory records.
• Participate in phase-in and phase-out activities for model lines, ensuring part availability for successful launches and smooth discontinuations.
• Develop and implement new processes to enhance supplier performance, reduce the need for expediting, and optimize inventory levels without causing production downtime.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees