Materials Planner

Dana Incorporated•Fort Wayne, IN

12d

About The Position

Responsible for coordinating the scheduling and purchasing functions to maximize machine utilization and efficiency and drive customer past dues to acceptable levels set by the plant. Maintain excellent customer relations, provide reports, analysis, and action plans of open orders and present effectively to a wide audience.

Requirements

MRP Experience is required
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel & PowerPoint).
Knowledge of planning activities.
Must be able to work effectively with others.
Ability to learn quickly and adapt.
Must have effective communication and analytical skills.

Nice To Haves

Preferred Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics or Operations Management.
experience with SAP preferred.
A minimum of two years’ experience in production/inventory control in manufacturing environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan supplier deliveries using SAP.
Use plant systems to maintain supplier and material information.
Monitor pickups and deliveries of material through RXO.
Monitor and manage inventory levels to meet business objectives.
Act as liaison between plant personnel and supplier to ensure on time delivery and address any delivery issues.
Execute expedites as required to support customer requirements.
Support change management projects including engineering changes, resourcing, and new launches.
Resolve receipt discrepancies through internal invoice portal and validate with cycle counts.
Perform all job responsibilities, duties and projects assigned, in a legal ethical manner consistent with current policies, procedures and industry standards.
Participate in inventory and cycle count activities as needed.
Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned by Materials Manager.