MATERIALS PLANNER

SUMMARY The Materials Planner is responsible for analyzing the materials requirements of the production plan and making sure we have materials to support it.
The materials planner is also responsible for inventory level management (excess/obsolescence).
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (What you will do) Review the Master Production Schedule and analyze the critical components.
Report & follow up shortages; expedite if necessary and advise the Materials Planner supervisor and/or Master Scheduler if there is a restriction to meet the plan.
Comply with the Inventory Management (i.
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inventory turns), logistics, import/export policies & guidelines.
Work closely with other departments to resolve BOM, QA, and RMA & invoice issues.
Report raw material days of supply on hand based on current scheduled receipts, inventories OH, at Freight forwarders or alternate warehouses (VMI, El Paso, etc.) Responsible for applying all requirements related to EMS, ISO/Green Spirit according to the position.
On regards responsibility and authority in matters of safety, hygiene, and the environment.
It is the employee's responsibility to work safely, hygienically and in an environmentally responsible manner; focused but not limited to the prevention of incidents and accidents in your work area, section, and your colleagues.
Reinforcing the hygiene and safety measures indicated, as well as their participation in the company's environmental and safety programs, such as but not limited to.
Comprehension of the plant’s environmental policy, including the established environmental goals, knowing, and identifying the environmental aspects and impacts on the area or process, focusing on continuous improvement and keeping operational goals, identifying, and segregating chemical residues and materials; Environmental certifications; The health, hygiene, safety and energy saving programs that are carried out in the manner determined or requested to participate.
On regards the authority, all employees have the authority to stop processes, operations or activities that present a risk in terms of safety, hygiene, and the environment, and that could result in an accident or serious event, as well as impact on the environment.
Given the sensitivity of a decision of this type on regards the affectation that it represents, it is requested and recommended to have an objective and common-sense justification.
Purpose.
transform to a better life   Key drivers.
Create best work experiences in a sustainable manner, with continuous improvement.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS  Bachelor’s Degree.
Proficient in English/Spanish 85% Proficient experience in Material and/or purchasing related activities such as purchase order entry, MRP calculation (Explosion & netting), expediting, ABC analysis, cycle counts, etc.
Qualitative skills such as leadership, proactive, teamwork, professional, customer service oriented.
Develop processes, flow charts, databases, internal deviations.
Complete knowledge of warehouse and inventory control policies and procedures.
General ISO knowledge JDE & APICS desirable Knowledge of materials planning, methods, processes and procedures.
Proven ability to use Computer related programs such as Excel, Power Point, Access, etc.
Capability to work under pressing business environment.
PREFERED QUALIFICATIONS Experience in Manufacturing Industry on Materials, Planning and General Purchasing activities.
Experience in providing leadership across functional departmental boundaries is essential.
Significant experience in cross-functional manufacturing processes and thorough understanding of lean manufacturing principles.
General knowledge in Quality procedures & practices.
ISO , EH&S.
Excellent communication skills and unique ability to provide direction for particular situations or problems that may involve problem analysis, best option selection, and more effective and efficient resolution.
Effective delegation and follow-up skills required in order to effectively manage multiple situations and deadlines Education.
BS degree in Business Administration or Industrial Engineering.
Previous Experience.
5+ years in Materials Planning / Purchasing Areas in the Mfg.
Industry at management level.
Puesto.
Materiales