Materials Planner

Materials PlannerAre you looking for an opportunity to be a part of the exciting future of automotive? If your answer is yes, then keep reading and join us!Adler Pelzer Group - a growing global Tier 1 supplier of Acoustic and Thermal Soft Trim products to the automotive industry is seeking for a strong and motivated individual to fill the position of Materials Planner at the Manufacturing Facility in Oregon, Ohio.The Materials Planner is responsible for the efficient and effective running of the logistics function including managing Material Release Planning (MRP), managing material & logistics of suppliers and updating of the current ERP system in use.Responsibilities of the Material Planner:Production Scheduling as requiredEnsure MRP runs in line with the defined cycleCheck MRP action and error messages prior to schedule updateEffectively communicate with Suppliers to ensure On Time In Full (OTIF) deliveriesEscalate to management where deviations from delivery plan impacts on operations or costTrack all non-standard costs (I.e. customs, container, freight, etc).Measure & improve supplier delivery performanceEnsure the material release plan is in line with the defined Inventory planGather the required Inventory, Freight cost and supplier delivery performance data to fulfil the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) requirementsWork with suppliers and internal customer(s) to execute an optimal logistics planAnalyse current and future trends, data and reportsMaintain material master dataMaintenance of scheduling agreementsWork with manager on scheduling, performing, and finalizing all physical inventories.Support any improvement activities and audits that may be requiredEnsure best cost solution is considered at all times whilst meeting the expected resultProvide support in any number of areas of logistics including:Inbound freight planningContract managementParts and material procurementInventory controlOutbound transportationConsider cost and service implications of logistic activity and wherever possible maximise efficienciesParticipate in stock take activities (I.e. Cycle Counting, API, etc.)Please refer to the required list of skills and experience below. Education can be substituted with equivalent experience. Licenses & Certifications are preferred but not required.Skills Preferred for the Materials Planner:Excellent written and verbal communication skillsExcellent attention to detailWorking knowledge of MS Office, Internet Explorer, ERP System (i.e. SAP)Excellent organizational skillsPossess numerical and analytical skillsEducational Requirements:High School Diploma2-3 years of materials planning knowledgeBenefits for the Materials Planner:Competitive pay and generous benefits package along with the opportunity to be a part of a strong team and growing one's careerSalary range is $75,000 - $80,000. Specific salary is commensurate with experience and factors such as relevant experience, education, certifications and licenses, skills, and training.Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance options from day oneGenerous and flexible paid time off401(K) match, fully vestedCompany provided life insurance, short term and long term disability insurances, employee assistance programVariety of automobile purchase discounts (Stellantis (FCA), BMW, Ford, GM, Subaru-many others)Tuition reimbursement and professional developmentAbout Adler Pelzer Group:Adler Pelzer Group was founded by talented people and families that around the 1960s in Europe and decided to start their respective journeys in the automotive industry. The entrepreneurial spirit of the founders was and still is, one of the cornerstones of what we, at the Adler Pelzer Group, are today.We are proud to continue this story and to build the foundations for a brighter future for generations to come. We are the Adler Pelzer Group, a worldwide leader in the design, engineering, manufacturing of acoustical and thermal components and systems for the automotive sector. We deliver acoustic performance and increase thermal efficiency, in order to achieve the best in comfort for the vehicles of our customers.Join Adler Pelzer's team and become an integral part of a tradition that, through the years, has guided us to achieve the highest possible degree of product excellence in the automotive world.To learn more about our Company and our rich history, visit our website at Pelzer Group (APG) is an equal opportunity employer. APG participates in the E-Verify Program.NO UNAUTHORIZED REFERRALS FROM RECRUITERS & VENDORS