Material Logistics Planner Job in Des Moines 50323, Iowa US
SUMMARY:
Drive efficiency through planning/forecasting a supply model for material and resources that anticipates and adapts to variable demand requirements. Schedule shall support delivery commitments to customers and highest quality products.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES:
- Materials planning and scheduling to support Operations.
- Optimize materials replenishment plans with supply partners to minimize inventory exposure and meet all demand requirements.
- Negotiate replenishment plans with supply partners to drive efficiency.
- Lead materials planning meetings with purchasing and Operations Management to optimize the replenishment schedule.
- Schedule all shop orders to support production.
- Develop and manage a shop order master schedule.
- Lead a weekly production scheduling meeting with the Operations Supervisors.
- Optimize the shop order schedule to maximize resource utilization.
- Develop and manage a 9 month rolling materials forecast.
- The forecast will include backlog and sales forecast requirements.
- Meet quarterly with Sales Operations to update the forecast and review large project requirements.
- Provide SME (subject matter expert) support for the ERP system in the areas of Purchasing, Planning and Scheduling.
- Prepare and present periodic reports on metrics and key initiative projects.
Education Experience:
B.A. or B.S. Supply Chain Operations plus 2-4 years’ experience in planning role; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Organization skills
Ability to handle multiple projects and meet required deadlines
Language Skills
Good communication skills – both verbal and written.
Mathematical Skills
Basic business math ability: add, subtract, multiply and divide.
Computer Skills
Proficient user of MS office MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Experience with ERP system and some database knowledge.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands, to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Disclaimer: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
EOE M/F/D/V