Raw Material Planner

Role and Responsibilities

We are looking for:

• The Raw Material (RM) Planner role is responsible for the near term coordination and preparation of supply /demand plans (including inventory plans) for all specified materials, raw materials and intermediates.

We count on you for:

• Responsible for the near term coordination and preparation of specified materials supply and Managing Inventory. Optimize manufacturing and customer service as it relates to specified materials (balance between manufacturing cost and inventory carrying cost).


• Analyze risks associated with inventory (too much or too little) and define alternatives / recommendations, Utilize inventory tools to manage specified materials inventory demand plans.


• Development of monthly supply demand plan providing visibility to specified material demands and associated supply, identify barriers / constraints, and make recommendations for resolving gaps.


• Communication of specified material needs to suppliers (internal and external) as outlined in MRP system Procurement.


• Responsible for issuing purchase orders to suppliers and managing all specified materials.


• Responsible for developing near term forecasts for the specified material suppliers.


• Support site personnel in resolution of problems with specified material suppliers, elevating to higher levels within the global procurement group.


• Generate cost savings, cost avoidance and product improvement efforts where possible.


• Identification of product cross referencing internally and inter-company, SMOG analysis, opportunities for SMOG/scrap sales / inventory transfer to other site. 

Experience and Skills

You will bring:

• Degree preferred


• 3-5 years of Material Planning experience.


• Business aware – capable of assimilating information and of making informed decisions under pressure.


• Consistent, pro-active, high energy level and able to work on own initiative.


• Highly developed problem solving skills.


• Excellent analytical and communication skills in order to ensure efficient communication exchange with all departments at all levels and suppliers. Demonstrated ability to influence others.


• Capable of understanding manufacturing processes and their interdependencies.


• Demonstrate the ability to quickly assess any constraint situation and apply what-if scenario planning using the commercial upside / risk demand numbers.

Additional Information:

• The Material Planner must have an excellent understanding of MRPII concepts and principles,use of MRP system, material management and supply chain processes including unique issues and constraints.


• This position requires strong analytical skills, problem solving, and communication skills.


• This role reports to the Site Planning Manager

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