Material Planner

Winland Foods•Kenosha, WI

1d•$56,000 - $87,000•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the planning and procurement of components to meet production requirements. Manages inventory, develops target quantities, and minimizes total inventory expense while meeting required finished goods service goals. Coordinate replenishment and floor stocking programs with suppliers and support the Procurement Managers in their supplier optimization, quality improvement and cost reduction initiatives.

Requirements

Communicate with suppliers, all levels of management and subordinates using both verbal and written formats.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to interact effectively at all levels of organization, including vendors
Self-directed and self-motivated.
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
Minimum Experience Preferred Bachelor’s Degree preferred and minimum of 3 years of Purchasing/Supply Chain experience.
Must be willing to attend Supply Chain continuous education seminars or class work as needed.
Proficient with Excel/Power Point/Word and Access to include use of pivot tables.
MS Office.
Proficient use of computer programs and software.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with SAP strongly desired.

Responsibilities

Executes MRP for materials and issue purchase orders to ensure material availability per the Production Schedule
Reviews production schedule needs against inventory levels and storage capacity, to plan inbound materials to meet operational needs.
Expedites with suppliers or explore alternative solutions to mitigate any known material shortages.
Communicates any known or potential material shortages delays or issues, while also working to develop solutions with suppliers and internal resources.
Attend the Daily Production Communication meeting to report issues and status.
Identify trends in service issues and seek opportunities for improvement in overall service.
Records complaints and takes action to resolve, as needed, should quality or delivery failures occur.
Manages transition of components related to reformulations, redesigns, new product introductions, and item discontinuations.
Interacts with Operations, R&D, Procurement, Scheduling, and Suppliers to plan and execute smooth transition plans.
Maintains target inventory levels by following our safety stock process and updating per recommendations.
Supports Corporate Procurement Managers in the implementation of any Divisional or Plant Cost Savings initiatives.
Reviews and assists to resolve invoicing discrepancies.
Ensures inventory cycle counts of components are completed and necessary reconciliations occur.