Description
**Job Description**
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The position of Commercialization Projects Material Planner reports directly into the Commercialization Manager. The planner is responsible for the end\-to\-end materials planning process, ensuring the timely supply and availability of materials to support commercialization projects. This role involves strategic planning, operational execution, and cross\-functional collaboration to optimize material flow and minimize supply chain disruptions.
***Strategic Planning:**** Develop and implement comprehensive materials planning strategies aligned with commercialization project timelines.
* Forecast material demand based on project requirements.
* Optimize inventory levels to balance supply and demand, minimizing stockouts and excess inventory.
***Operational Execution:**** Material Supply Assurance: ensure timely delivery of materials and resolve supply chain issues.
* Inventory Control: Minimize obsolete and slow\-moving inventory through effective inventory management.
* Project Coordination: Actively participate in project follow\-up meetings to stay informed about project progress and potential material requirements changes.
***Supplier Management:**** Evaluate supplier performance based on quality and on\-time delivery.
* Identify and mitigate potential supply chain risks.
***Financial Management:**** Monitor working capital tied up in inventory and implement strategies to optimize cash flow.
***Qualifications**** Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business or related field
* 2\+ Years Supply Chain experience preferably within FMCG
* Strong knowledge of S\&OP, Supply and Material Planning principles
* Proficiency in Supply Chain \& Supply Chain Planning software \& tools preferred (OMP, Kinaxis, O9 or SAP APO)
* Proven track record to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence
**Location(s)**
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Mexico City \- Antara Tower A \- 5th Floor \- Local Office
**Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority** **Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals** **with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes** **.**