Materials Planning and Control Analyst II

Daimler Truck North America•Portland, OR

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Inside the Role Portland Truck Plant is redefining itself to become the Innovation Plant inside the DTNA network using the latest technology to support the introduction of the Electric Truck and new Vocational product lines. Play a valuable role in producing these premium products in the Portland Truck Plant. This role will Interface with suppliers and cross-functionally with other DTNA departments (may include Engineering, Changeover, Manufacturing Engineering, Purchasing, Aftermarket, and Supplier Management) to solve complex supply chain issues. Posting Information We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected. We Take Care of Our Team What You Drive Process the material planning, major components and vendor notification systems to meet production demands. Expedite and coordinate parts orders between vendors, traffic departments, and other locations within the DTNA network to avoid shortages. Monitor changes in production schedules and inventories to ensure orders and material flow are adjusted to meet production demands. Improve performance of non-controlled material through shortage reduction / improved fill rates. Articulate plant concerns with changeover coordinators and planners to ensure the smooth transition of series changes and new product launches. Develop good product knowledge of controlled parts, including assembly practices and how they relate to material flow. Assist with the training of entry-level material planners. Identify continuous improvement ideas and support their implementation, particularly within material management processes; develop any reports necessary to support the process and present to management as required. Manage the supply of office materials and process expenses in Concur. Support SAP material order process, create PR’s and PO’s, and support production orders for dispo / offline and expedite with suppliers. Monitor changes in production schedule and inventories to ensure orders meet production needs, optimize the fluid order process, and evaluate supplier performance. Ensure the timely delivery of reports to production supervisors.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university/college with 2 years or relevant experience OR 4 years relevant experience in lieu of a degree
Previously demonstrated experience in problem solving
Proficient with Microsoft Office
Communication, verbal and written

Nice To Haves

Experience in supplier management, logistics, m anufacturing , and parts planning

Responsibilities

Process the material planning, major components and vendor notification systems to meet production demands.
Expedite and coordinate parts orders between vendors, traffic departments, and other locations within the DTNA network to avoid shortages.
Monitor changes in production schedules and inventories to ensure orders and material flow are adjusted to meet production demands.
Improve performance of non-controlled material through shortage reduction / improved fill rates.
Articulate plant concerns with changeover coordinators and planners to ensure the smooth transition of series changes and new product launches.
Develop good product knowledge of controlled parts, including assembly practices and how they relate to material flow.
Assist with the training of entry-level material planners.
Identify continuous improvement ideas and support their implementation, particularly within material management processes; develop any reports necessary to support the process and present to management as required.
Manage the supply of office materials and process expenses in Concur.
Support SAP material order process, create PR’s and PO’s, and support production orders for dispo / offline and expedite with suppliers.
Monitor changes in production schedule and inventories to ensure orders meet production needs, optimize the fluid order process, and evaluate supplier performance.
Ensure the timely delivery of reports to production supervisors.