Found Description
The Materials Planner is responsible for managing material requirements with suppliers through the use of inventory control systems and planning tools, minimizing the risk of production disruptions and ensuring material availability to support uninterrupted manufacturing operations.
Key Responsibilities
Essential Job Functions
- Process and analyze supplier releases.
- Review material coverage considering on-hand inventory, in-transit shipments, and production requirements.
- Work closely with Inventory Analysts to resolve inventory discrepancies and perform root cause analysis.
- Collaborate proactively with Customer Service teams to communicate potential supply impacts or demand changes to suppliers and ensure timely resolution.
- Identify and communicate risks related to line stoppages, material shortages, expedited shipments, and other supply chain issues.
- Develop and maintain PFEP (Plan for Every Part) documentation. ...