Material Planner

Clayton is a leading single-family, values-driven home builder dedicated to attainable housing, sustainable practices and creating a world-class experience for customers and team members. Our company portfolio includes a broad offering of attainable housing, and as a vertically integrated home builder, we are uniquely positioned to serve customers through every stage of the homeownership journey – building, selling, financing, and insuring homes. From entry-level to more experienced positions, we're actively recruiting individuals who are passionate, positive, and eager to learn. We then equip you for success, whether you're in the office, in the field, or on the floor. As a member of our team you'll enjoy excellent benefits, opportunities for growth, and an encouraging culture that supports work / life balance. The Material Planner is responsible for managing materials, vendor relationships, processes, and costs at the Supply Facility. This requires working collaboratively with other departments including Engineering, Production, Service, and Sales, as well as, working with suppliers. The Materials Coordinator reports directly to the Materials Manager. Duties / Responsibilities Work and communicate collaboratively with the rest of the facility leadership team, corporate, customers, and suppliers Facilitate a culture that is focused on team member experience, customer experience, and leadership Count and order materials to meet the HBF production requirements Avoid / minimize material shortages Maintain the least amount of material in inventory required to meet production needs Operate and order within the defined supply terms (lead time, minimum order quantity, delivery… ), corporate contracts, and SOP’s Hold suppliers accountable to terms and performance standards Optimize inventory turns Vendor management and communication Manage the issue resolution / quality process Lead and reconcile quarterly physical inventory counts Collaborate with other departments to ensure: Timely and accurate receipt and storage of inventory including proper rotation of inventory - FIFO Proper capture of pricing, terms, and incentives (cash discounts, rebates, etc.) Management and accounting for damaged, slow moving, and obsolete materials Data integrity and maintenance Efficient facility layout Other responsibilities as assigned Qualifications High School Diploma Proficient in Microsoft Excel Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Attention to detail Experience and commitment to lean principles greatly desired Manufacturing materials management experience a plus Why Clayton? Full-time team members have the flexibility to create their own health, dental, and vision benefits package. Clayton provides competitive 401K programs, including investment options and company matching for full and part time team members after one year to help our team members achieve their financial goals. Additional benefits include paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs, and more. As part of Clayton's commitment to Opening Doors to a Better Life, Clayton is now providing paid time for Team Members to volunteer to causes that are meaningful to them through the Clayton Impact program. At Clayton, we encourage holistic wellness with physical, nutritional, social, financial, spiritual and occupational programs available online or in-person for team members. Clayton is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Clayton is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Business Unit - B00018 Clayton Supply #J-18808-Ljbffr