Material Planner

GE Appliances, a Haier company•LaFayette, GA

3d•Onsite

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 Corporation, you’ll play a critical role in keeping our high-speed manufacturing operations running smoothly. You’ll own the planning and flow of raw materials and purchased components, partnering closely with suppliers and internal teams to ensure the right materials arrive at the right time—every time. This is a highly visible, hands-on role where you’ll drive inventory accuracy, support new product launches, and lead continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, Engineering, or related field
3+ years of experience in Supply Chain Management
Working understanding of MRP systems

Nice To Haves

Understanding of manufacturing and supply chain concepts and parts flow
Effective communication skills
Flexibility and the ability to simultaneously manage multiple tasks
Must possess sound judgment, planning, and systematic skills to relate to management, production, and supply base contacts
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Outstanding people skills, with the ability to drive teams to drive exceptional results
Understanding of Appliance Industry

Responsibilities

Ensure uninterrupted production by planning and coordinating material availability, proactively resolving supply issues with vendors
Partner with suppliers to manage on-time delivery and support Just-In-Time (JIT) material flow
Drive improvements in inventory accuracy, bill of material (BOM) accuracy, and excess/obsolete inventory reduction
Support new model introductions, including part readiness and phase-in/phase-out execution
Collaborate with scheduling and logistics teams to minimize disruption from supply constraints or schedule changes
Lead or contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including: Raw WIP (RWIP) reduction, Supplier capacity analysis, Returnable packaging optimization
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to enhance performance and reliability
Assist with cycle counting and inventory control processes
Develop and implement processes that reduce expedites, optimize inventory levels, and prevent production downtime