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DEUTZ AG•Norcross, MN

About The Position

The Planning Manager will be responsible for purchasing orders for engines for DCA to DEUTZ AG and sometimes other international sources. Additionally, the Planning Manager creates, extends and updates Master Data for engines such as Material Master, Purchasing Info Records. The Planning Manager will partner with Customer Service, Sales, and Engineering to ensure that the correct engines are being ordered from the correct source. Also, the Planning Manager is responsible for Material Management and ensures that sufficient inventory levels in the different warehouses are maintained to meet customer demands. The ideal candidate must have SAP or similar ERP experience.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, engineering or another relevant field.
3+ years of experience in material planning
1-3 years’ experience leading a team
SAP or similar system experience
Excellent written and verbal communication.
Excellent computer knowledge in MS Office, Word and Excel
Utilize other programs such as Jira when required
In case automated data transfer is not working properly, manually enter necessary data (purchasing demand, inbound deliveries, invoice verification)

Nice To Haves

Logistics, project management or supply chain experience
German language

Responsibilities

Leads sales + operations planning
Create and manage purchase orders for engines
Create and update Master Data
Work with Financial Controlling regarding Transfer Prices and update SAP
Interact with DEUTZ AG’s and other suppliers shipping department to ensure timely shipments (sea freight/air freight) to the appropriate destinations
Work with DEUTZ AG’s and other supplier's customer service and sales planning departments
Ensure that correct EPA nameplates are ordered for special situations; collaborate with Emissions Compliance Dept
Enter forecasts in IBP system
Utilize other programs such as Jira when required
Lead a team of analysts to ensure optimal product flow
Other Duties as Assigned