Material Planner

Vollrath Careers•Sheboygan, WI

About The Position

The Material Planner is an integral member of the Operations team and is responsible for inventory management and supplies to support customer requirements. The position also supports production schedules and other operational functions. The role executes planning messages, releases and manages purchase orders, maintains planning parameters, coordinates shipments, and collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to fulfill production and customer needs. It also supports KPI performance, supplier and component corrective actions, and continual improvement and cost-reduction efforts. There are no supervisory responsibilities or travel requirements. All other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience in a planning or manufacturing environment; 5 years preferred.
Associate degree in operations, supply chain, or business, or equivalent experience.
Familiarity and working knowledge of quality systems.
Commitment to lifelong education.
Proven track record as a team player.
Strong interpersonal skills and customer focus.
Self-confidence and a high level of professionalism.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially pivot tables and VLOOKUPs.
Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Ability to work and cross-train in a team environment.
Ability to identify cost-reduction and continual-improvement opportunities.
Understanding of dependencies and their cause-and-effect relationships.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in operations, supply chain, or business.
Five years of experience in a planning or manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Execute planning messages, including MRP, Virtual Pull, and requisitions, in a timely manner to fulfill production and customer requirements.
Release purchase orders to preferred or approved suppliers based on planning messages.
Expedite and de-expedite inventory and supply orders by reviewing shortage reports and other messages.
Collaborate with Purchasing to evaluate approved suppliers and select new suppliers.
Maintain JDE planning parameters, including lead times, ROP, ROQ, MOQ, Kanban systems, and accurate system dates.
Track and execute changes that support corporate KPIs, including inventory, customer satisfaction, and lead time.
Communicate with internal and external customers regarding raw materials, finished goods, supplies, and services.
Manage inbound and outbound shipments with suppliers and the internal traffic department.
Ensure appropriate approval, accounting, and processing controls are maintained.
Interface with Quality and Purchasing Category Managers to develop corrective actions for purchased and manufactured components.
Participate in continual improvement and cost-reduction efforts.
Manage changes related to engineering, process, quality, and suppliers.
Perform other duties as assigned.