Collaborate with Business Development Team in demand forecast & demands analysis.
Coordinate and execute scheduling activities for assigned parts using ERP systems.
Act as a focal point and monitor assigned areas to ensure material delivery dates meet production needs
Identify and coordinate advance notice, input and resolution of material shortages / overages.
Analyze data and collaborate with internal customers to determine and apply appropriate ordering, inventory, and replenishment policies.
Analyze data to determine opportunities to decrease inventory, improve customer service levels, and reduce total costs in order to support lean manufacturing activities.
Anticipate potential problems and risks, and generates ideas, insight and solutions to resolve or “head off” potential problems, followed by decisive action to implement solutions.
Monitor weekly shipments, track all required deliverables are on track to get to packaging as scheduled, mitigate issues to ensure production lines are achieving 100% on time delivery.
Review new sales orders on a daily basis and ensure all orders are entered and driving material accurately.
Identify critical material deliveries and ensure program requirements are prioritized though the supply chain as well as internal efforts (i.e. : Receiving, Inspection and Stockroom).
Provide training and assist in understanding MRP driven requirements.
Process Scrap and obsolete inventory from WIP and Stockroom.
Monitor work flow and assignments of planners and Material Controllers.
Hire, train, set responsibilities, establish standard work, and supervise supply chain personnel on your team and / or in the plant.
Qualifications
Candidate must possess at least a Bachelor’s Degree, Post Graduate Diploma, Professional Degree, Business Studies / Administration / Management or equivalent.
At least 3 year(s) of working experience in Production / Material Planning.
Strong computer skills and knowledge of MS Office and ability to learn new software / programs as opportunities or department needs arise. Experience with ERP systems in a manufacturing environment a plus.
Knowledge of materials management theories, processes and practices
Exhibit & encourage sense of urgency.
Highly organized with strong attention to detail, and superior follow-up and follow-through skills.
Proven ability to multi-task and prioritize projects and primary responsibilities.