Materials Planner for Production

Description

Job Summary: We are seeking a professional to plan and manage the materials supply chain, ensuring continuous production flow and optimizing inventory within an automotive environment. Key Highlights: 1. Key role in automotive/metal-mechanical materials planning 2. End-to-end supply chain management and inventory control 3. Opportunity for process improvement and participation in audits **Education:** * Industrial Engineering, Logistics, Mechanical Engineering, Business Administration, or related field (degree preferred). **Experience:** * 2–5 years of materials planning experience in the automotive or metal-mechanical industry. * Experience in aluminum casting (desirable). * Proficiency with MRP/ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.). **Technical Knowledge:** * Demand and supply planning * Inventory control * MRP / SAP * Supply Chain * Lean Manufacturing / Just-in-Time * Bill of Materials (BOM) management * Casting processes (desirable) **Languages:** * Intermediate to advanced English (desirable for supplier interactions). **3. Key Responsibilities** * Plan and track material requirements (MRP). * Ensure timely supply of aluminum, alloys, and consumables. * Coordinate with domestic and international suppliers to guarantee on-time deliveries. * Monitor inventory levels (maximum, minimum, and reorder points). * Analyze demand fluctuations and adjust supply plans accordingly. * Coordinate with production, procurement, and warehouse to ensure smooth material flow. * Prevent line stoppages due to material shortages. * Generate inventory, coverage, and supplier performance reports. * Implement improvements in materials planning and inventory control processes. * Participate in audits (IATF 16949, ISO 9001\). Employment Type: Full-time Salary: $20,000\.00 \- $29,000\.00 per month Work Location: On-site employment