Materials Planner

***: The Materials Planner position requires strong working knowledge of the planning function within Modatek and an in depth knowledge of Materials Management.

JOB REQUIREMENTS :

• College diploma in Materials and Supply Chain Management
• Two (2) years experience in the Production and Material Planning field within a manufacturing environment, preferably automotive with JIT systems
• 5 years of CMS experience is required; knowledge of ERP systems
• Strong attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills
• Strong computer skills
• Ability to meet deadlines, multiple demands and support multiple production planning programs
• Ability to uphold confidentiality
• Demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Ability to work overtime to meet customer needs

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Monitors and develops suppliers to establish good performance ratings and to ensure continuous improvement practices utilizing the QPF portal for supplier monitoring.
• Reviews engineering change timing and progress with suppliers.
• Reviews item master, BOM, supplier PO routings in CMS to ensure accuracy of planning parameters.
• Reviews supplier releases and monitors exception reports.
• Communicating, escalating and engaging in active problem solving with suppliers to avoid delivery gaps due to material, quality or production issues.
• Stands in for other Planners to balance workload, provide backup or cover holidays as required.
• Practices and promotes continuous improvements of materials processes and seeks cost reduction opportunities.
• Reviews and monitors inventory transactions in CMS and initiates inventory adjustments if required.
• Utilize the ‘Plan for Every Part’ to analyze inventory levels and optimize where possible to maximize inventory turns and minimize inventory ‘Days On Hand’.
• Participate in root cause analysis on inventory discrepancies to maintain inventory accuracy and financial records.
• Resolves supply chain constraints to ensure internal and external customers are satisfied.
• Continuously monitors MRP results, reviews and transmits releases to suppliers accordingly via EDI.
• Supports year end, quarterly, and daily inventory counts to ensure system and financial accuracy
• Performs other duties as required

Job Types : Full-time, Permanent

Benefits :

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Discounted or free food
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Experience :

• Production and Materials Planning Field: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Diploma in Materials and Supply Chain Management (required)

Work Location: In person