Materials Planner

Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc.•Vonore, TN

About The Position

The Materials Planner supports the Global Truck division at Vonore/Piedmont by coordinating material planning and supplier-related activities to support plant operations. The role works with operations, shipping, receiving, Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA), and engineering to help meet daily objectives, manage delivery risks, and address part deviations or substitutions. The planner uses forecasting and ERP tools, communicates with suppliers, and helps train new planners. The position requires the ability to perform the Material Planner Assistant role proficiently, maintain an organized daily task routine, and work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. A minimum of one year of CVG Material Planner 1 experience or equivalent is specified. The education and experience section also requires a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of related experience and/or training; automotive or trucking industry experience is preferred.

Requirements

At least one year of CVG Material Planner 1 experience or equivalent.
High school diploma or GED.
At least two years of related experience and/or training.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, with a high degree of accuracy under pressure.
Problem-solving skills.
Ability to operate multiple ERP and electronic order-entry systems.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Strong organizational skills, follow-through, and ability to multitask.
Ability to work as a team player in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Ability to understand and convey technical instructions to internal and external customers.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos, and to write simple correspondence.
Ability to present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group situations.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to identify and resolve problems, develop alternative solutions, and remain composed under stress.
Ability to communicate clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations and present numerical data effectively and accurately.
Ability to prioritize and plan work, use time efficiently, follow company policies and procedures, and act with integrity and ethically.
Ability to adapt to frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events and to be consistently punctual and prepared for work and meetings.
Ability to work respectfully with others, including sensitivity to cultural differences, and to ask for and offer help when needed.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the automotive or trucking industry.
Understanding and/or experience with the customer service process.

Responsibilities

Implement a daily task routine.
Perform the tasks and responsibilities of a Material Planner Assistant proficiently.
Arrange pickups using load planning and monitor pickups.
Work closely with operations, shipping, and receiving to support the plant’s daily objectives.
Work with SQA to assist with supplier development.
Track and monitor parts at risk of delivery delays and work directly with relevant parties to address risks.
Use Mapics and run queries as needed.
Use basic Excel functions and Microsoft Office software.
Provide suppliers with forecasts as needed.
Train new planners.
Work with engineering on deviations and part substitutions.
Locate and use forecasting tools on the shared drive.
Create shipping labels as needed.