Materials Planner

804 Technology•North Hollywood, CA

13h•Onsite

About The Position

Maintain effective control of the backlog from order entry through shipment. Ensure each order is planned and acted upon in a timely manner, while providing as much visibility as required for a smooth flow of material. This will include identifying and reconciling problems or potential problems through interface with various departments.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree
2-4 years of experience in Planning
5 years of experience in the production control field, including material/inventory management in a defense or aerospace environment.
Past MRP / ERP experience is a must
Requires strong knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Computerized MRP system
Requires strong interpersonal communications (written and verbal) with a positive attitude and ability to motivate others.
Have the ability to prioritize workload and complete tasks on a timely basis.
Have the ability to maintain flexibility and be adaptable to the ever-changing needs of the company.
Must have the ability to communicate effectively and professionally with management as well as peers, suppliers, delivery personnel, and/or customers as circumstances dictate.
Must have a strong creative ability to solve problems and deal with a variety of situations where sound judgment is crucial.
The ability to interpret and carry out instructions, both written and oral is essential.
Familiarity, interpretation and understanding of diagrams, graphs and/ or schedules as they may relate to this position are a must.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of JDE MRP system extremely helpful
SAP knowledge desirable
General knowledge of machine shop practices and processing standards helpful.
Knowledge of military and commercial standards helpful.

Responsibilities

Liaison with Contracts on loading and lead-time of all new Sales Orders
Monitor the sales backlog for his/her planner code
Ensure Delivery notes are raised in a timely manner with contracts to ensure Time is allowed to Kit/Inspection and shipping within expected TAT
Ensures timely delivery of all parts via Receiving and shipping departments
Prioritize material handling from receipt to shipment based on schedule requirements and department workload.
Coordinates the purchase and planning of materials required to meet the Production schedule
Expedites and schedules orders to meet company and financial requirements.
Process changes, reschedules and outside processing that are required to accomplish the production schedule goals.
Places purchase orders.
Determines time requirements for specific jobs and translates the production plan into a specific time schedule.
Review MRP order action messages, maintain schedule and visibility, identify and resolve issues until shipment.
Generate work orders and issue purchase orders based on MRP messages.
Negotiate price and deliveries that are consistent with schedule needs.
Ensure customer satisfaction by achieving on time deliveries of quality product.
Follow through special requests and expedites.
Identify potential late deliveries and plan recovery.