Material Planner
Cardinal Services
Materials Planner – Automotive Manufacturing
Responsible for planning and coordinating materials to support production while maintaining accurate inventory levels and preventing shortages.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage material schedules, inventory levels, supplier orders, and incoming shipments.
- Work with suppliers, purchasing, production, logistics, and customers to resolve material or delivery issues.
- Track inventory, cycle counts, supplier performance, and shipping/receiving activity.
- Monitor production schedules and address shortages, delays, and past-due materials.
- Assist with transportation logistics, supplier returns, and import/export paperwork.
- Track and report inventory and supply chain KPIs.
Requirements:
- 3+ years of Materials Planning experience in an automotive manufacturing environment.
- Associate’s/Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or equivalent experience.
- Experience with MRP/ERP systems, Excel, EDI, and OEM portals.
- Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and attention to detail.
- Knowledge of ISO/TS16949 is a plus.
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