Material Planner

Gutor Electronic • Houston, TX

11d • $60,000 - $75,000

About The Position

Gutor is a leading international manufacturer of UPS systems for industrial applications. The company has been in business for over 75 years and has a proven track record of delivering high-quality products and services. Gutor's products are designed to meet the demanding needs of industries such as oil & gas, petrochemical, chemical, nuclear, and transportation. The company also has a global presence with over 600 employees in more than 30 countries and branches in Brazil, China, India, Malaysia, Mexico, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and the U.S.A to name a few. Gutor is committed to providing its customers with the best possible support. The company has a team of experienced engineers and technicians who are available to help with any problems that may arise. As Material Planner at Gutor Electronics, you will be responsible for effectively managing the flow of materials to meet production requirements and customer demands. You be part of the US and Swiss Supply Chain teamand will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient procurement, inventory optimization and scheduling of materials of international suppliers.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Material Planner/Expeditor or a similar role for at least 2 years.
• Strong understanding of inventory management principles and practices in an Engineer to Order manufacturing environment (ETO).
• Proficiency in using ERP/SAP R/3 or R/4 system (MUST) and proficient in MS Excel skills.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities
• Fluent in English is a must

Responsibilities

• Execution of material planning activities for all commodities.
• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and resolve any supply chain issues
• Issuing POs to suppliers in a timely manner, tracking of outstanding Order Confirmations and supervision/maintenance of delivery dates in ERP-System
• Creation, checking and updating of vendor, material master data and ERP parameters
• Monitor inventory levels and implement measures to optimize inventory turns and reduce excess or obsolete stock
• Create and share demand forecasts based on historical data to make informed decisions regarding material requirements.
• Support Procurement with setting up frame contracts and Logistic Agreements
• Handling of quality issues and quality improvements with suppliers including organisation of shipments of supplier returns
• Checking of assessment notice of custom for imports and allocation to Purchase order
• Support on supplier rating (inputs from daily business)
• Development and implementation of process improvements
• Creation of request for quotation and preparation of decision overviews
• Supplier invoices check/reconciliation.
• Employees in this position must prioritize customer care and maintain strong relationships with customers (internal directly and external indirectly), recognizing them as the top priority.

Benefits

• The base salary range for this position is $60,000-$75,000 USD , depending on experience and qualifications.
• Paid holidays
• Paid Time Off: 20 days of vacation
• 401(k) plan: up to 6% company matching contribution
• Cigna Dental and Vision Insurance
• FSA and HSA savings account options
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary supplemental life insurance
• Health & ; Fitness Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees