Materials Planner

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Materials Planning Manager, the Materials Planner is responsible for coordinating and executing all materials‑planning activities within the Materials Department. This role ensures that material requirements are accurately forecasted, efficiently scheduled, and aligned with production needs. The Materials Planner also contributes to continuous improvement by developing training resources, supporting team skill growth, and promoting ongoing education across the department.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Coordinates planning activities within materials department to support production requirements.
• Processes materials to POU location by requirement date. 
• Monitors and tracks parts status prior to and during production build.
• Responsible for inventory accuracy and achieving inventory goals – to reduce inventory adjustments.
• Actions daily MRP messages.
• Ensures all Materials aspects of the MRB processes are followed.
• Ensures accurate implementation of Engineering Change Orders to released/unreleased jobs.
• Responsible for work orders being released to manufacturing on a timely basis; ensures release planned orders to release dates.
• Assists the materials team and leadership in achieving the budget in materials, supplies, salary/indirect labor, overtime, and operational expenses.
• Promotes and facilitates lean manufacturing/5S programs for materials.
• Maintains a safe work environment and adheres to safety policies, procedures, and processes.

• 3-5 years’ experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of MRP systems, and MS Office, Oracle and Excel skills required.
• Motivated self-starter with a high level of initiative.
• Proven interpersonal skills combined with strong time management and analytical skills.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• APICS certification or currently enrolled in the program would be considered an asset.

OUR WHY: We exist to move people. Our mission is to design, deliver, and support market-leading bus and motor coach solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable.

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Leveraging 450 years of combined experience, NFI is leading the electrification of mass mobility around the world. With zero-emission buses and coaches, infrastructure, and technology, NFI meets today’s urban demands for scalable smart mobility solutions. Together, NFI is enabling more livable cities through connected, clean, and sustainable transportation. News and information is available at www.nfigroup.com, www.newflyer.com, www.mcicoach.com, nfi.parts, www.alexander-dennis.com, arbocsv.com, and carfaircomposites.com.

WHY JOIN US:

• Be a part of a team leading the world’s electrification of mass mobility
• Competitive Wages and comprehensive benefit package with Immediate benefit eligibility    
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Passionate about creating a better product, a better workplace, and a better world
• Inclusive workplace culture that values and empowers team members.
• On-the-job training in a continuous learning environment (we’ve invested 10.9 million in 2023)
• Advancement opportunities within our family of companies

New Flyer is an equal opportunity employer.  We celebrate diversity, ensure equitable experiences and are committed to creating an inclusive environment reflective of the communities we operate. Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment process, at the candidates’ request.