Material Planner
Hickory, NC
Automotive Industry
An international leader in the Automotive Parts manufacturing sector is currently a skilled Material Planner for their greater Hickory, NC location. The ideal candidate will have Tier 1 Automotive experience, strong SAP experience, and a fast paced mentality.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyze material requirements, orders, schedules, lead times, transportation type, and container quantities
- Provide analytical support for projects, proposals, and new business opportunities
- Maintain MRP settings and min/max inventory levels
- Coordinate material replenishment between the plant and supply chain to meet demands of production schedule while maintaining targeted inventory levels
- Identify opportunities for improvement and lead cross functional teams in PDCA activities
Key Qualifications
- At least 4+ years of experience in material planning
- Prior experience in a Tier 1 or Tier 2 automotive company is required
- Strong ERP experience, preferably with SAP
- Bachelors Degree is required - preferably in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field
- APICS CPIM Certification is desired
