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- Serve as the primary Twin Disc contact and owner for assigned suppliers and part numbers.
- Manage supplier communications regarding forecasts, production schedules, delivery commitments, and changing business requirements.
- Monitor supplier performance and proactively address issues that may impact production schedules or material availability.
- Escalate potential supply interruptions and coordinate resolution activities to minimize operational impact.
- Maintain effective working relationships with suppliers to support timely and reliable material flow.
- Ensure materials are available to support manufacturing schedules and customer demand.
- Collaborate with Production Planning, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality teams to resolve material shortages and supply constraints.
- Participate in daily production and management meetings, providing updates on supplier performance, inventory status, and supply risks.
- Support Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) by coordinating material transitions and supplier implementation activities.
- Respond quickly to changing production priorities and business needs.
- Maintain appropriate inventory levels while supporting operational requirements.
- Monitor inventory health and take action to reduce shortages, excess inventory, and obsolete materials.
- Develop and maintain replenishment strategies that align with business objectives and production requirements.
- Analyze supply-and-demand requirements to support effective material planning decisions.
- Support inventory accuracy through ongoing review of planning parameters and material master data.
- Utilize JD Edwards (JDE) and related systems to manage material requirements and inventory performance.
- Review and process assigned planning messages and recommendations.
- Maintain accurate planning parameters, including: Lead times Lot sizes Reorder points Order policies Safety stock levels
- Lead times
- Lot sizes
- Reorder points
- Order policies
- Safety stock levels
- Ensure planning data is updated to reflect business conditions and supplier performance.
- Work closely with the Quality Department to resolve supplier-related quality concerns affecting production.
- Coordinate with Logistics and Receiving to resolve material flow issues.
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