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The Materials Planner is responsible for ensuring the timely availability of materials to support uninterrupted manufacturing operations through effective Material Requirements Planning (MRP), ERP planning, inventory optimization and planning data management. As a member of the Purchasing team, you will leverage NetSuite or a comparable ERP system to analyze material requirements, maintain planning parameters, and translate production demand into material plans that support manufacturing schedules. Working collaboratively with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and New Product Introduction (NPI) teams, you will proactively identify material shortages, planning constraints, and supply risks while driving continuous improvements that enhance material availability, inventory performance, and overall planning effectiveness.
Develop, execute, and maintain Material Requirements Planning (MRP) within the ERP system to ensure the timely availability of materials required to support production schedules.
Analyze production demand, inventory levels, planning parameters, and supplier lead times to develop effective material plans and mitigate potential supply risks.
Maintain accurate ERP planning data, including lead times, planning parameters, safety stock levels, supplier information, and item master records to support effective planning decisions.
Monitor inventory levels and replenishment strategies to optimize inventory while minimizing shortages, excess inventory, and obsolete materials.
Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and New Product Introduction (NPI) teams to support production requirements, engineering changes, and new product launches.
Monitor supplier delivery performance and material availability, proactively identifying risks and coordinating timely resolution of material constraints.
Analyze planning performance and recommend improvements to MRP processes, ERP utilization, inventory management, and planning accuracy.
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