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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a Material Planner to join our dynamic team, where you will play a crucial role in the strategic planning and procurement of materials necessary for production and overall operations. As a Material Planner, you will be responsible for ensuring that materials are available to meet production schedules, optimizing inventory levels, and minimizing costs. Your role will involve close collaboration with suppliers, production teams, and the logistics department to forecast needs, plan procurement schedules, and manage inventory. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to anticipate and mitigate supply chain disruptions. You will be instrumental in developing and implementing material management strategies that align with our company's goals, improving efficiency, and contributing to our success. Your expertise will help us maintain a competitive edge by ensuring that our production processes are not only efficient but also cost-effective and responsive to market demands.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Develop and implement material planning strategies.
- Collaborate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials.
- Work closely with the production team to forecast material needs.
- Optimize inventory levels to meet production schedules while minimizing costs.
- Identify and mitigate risks in the supply chain.
- Negotiate contracts and terms with suppliers.
- Analyze market trends to anticipate material price changes and availability.
- Implement continuous improvement initiatives in material planning processes.
- Maintain accurate records of inventory and procurement activities.
- Collaborate with the logistics department to ensure efficient material flow.
- Monitor supplier performance and develop improvement plans.
- Participate in cross-functional teams to resolve material-related issues.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers.
- Use ERP systems for material planning and inventory management.
- Prepare and present reports on material availability and inventory levels.
- Participate in budgeting and forecasting activities.
- Conduct regular inventory audits to ensure accuracy.
- Train and mentor junior staff in material planning processes.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
- Proven experience as a Material Planner or similar role.
- Strong understanding of supply chain processes and inventory management.
- Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong negotiation and communication skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
- Knowledge of industry standards and regulations.
- Ability to analyze data and forecast material needs.
- Experience in continuous improvement initiatives.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development.
- Understanding of budgeting and financial management.
- Ability to lead and mentor a team.
- Experience in project management.
- Knowledge of market trends in materials and procurement.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with ERP systems?
- How do you approach supplier negotiations to ensure the best terms for material procurement?
- Describe a time when you successfully managed a supply chain disruption.
- How do you forecast material needs for production?
- What strategies do you use to optimize inventory levels?
- Can you give an example of a continuous improvement initiative you implemented in material planning?
- How do you ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations in your work?
- Describe your experience in managing supplier relationships.
- How do you prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment?
- What methods do you use to analyze market trends for materials?