Material Planner (52270)

HEADWAY TECHNOLOGIES INC•Milpitas, CA

6d•$9,292 - $136,662•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Sr. Manager of Operations Support, the Material Planner is responsible for planning, scheduling, and monitoring the movement of material through the production cycle, including monitoring and reviewing parts usage and requirements, coordinating the efficient movement of materials with Purchasing, Production, and Manufacturing departments, tracking and monitoring data using PeopleSoft or similar ERP system, and analyzing data, preparing reports, and recommending appropriate action as needed. This position is located in Milpitas, California.

Requirements

High School Diplomas or GED
Two years of hands’ on experience working as a Material Handler or Scheduler in a high volume manufacturing environment
Experience using an ERP system such as PeopleSoft or SAP
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Applications
Knowledge and ability to plan, schedule, track, and monitor various types of materials or parts to ensure that inventory levels are met consistently
Knowledge and ability to use and ERP system such as PeopleSoft or SAP to plan, schedule, and track materials or parts
Knowledge and ability to use Microsoft Office applications to create spreadsheets, Word documents, and presentations
Ability to communicate effectively and collaboratively with all levels of employees and management both verbally and in writing
Able to comply with all safety policies and procedures
Demonstrated analytical and critical thinking skills
Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
Demonstrated problem-solving and trouble shooting skills
Flexible and able to prioritize

Responsibilities

Plans, schedules, monitors, and tracks the movement of material through the production cycle using PeopleSoft, SAP, or similar ERP system
Monitors and reviews parts usage and requirements to ensure inventory control levels are met consistently
Collaborates with Purchasing to ensure that materials or parts ordered are cost effective, high quality, and available when needed
Collaborates with Document department to ensure that Change Control Notifications (CCN’s) reflect the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding part numbers or other material modifications
Ensures that target reclaim Return Material Authorizations (RMA’s) are prepared accurately and on-time; provides reclaim documentation for the Finance department
Responds to requests for parts or materials from other departments when needed
Adheres to all safety policies and procedures as required
Performs other duties of a similar nature or level