Material Planner

Material PlannerMeet all plant safety goals, policies, and procedures. Monitor daily supplier schedules and develop recovery plans if needed. Work with engineering and material analyst on engineering changes. Maintain accurate inventory balances. Communicate and manage part break points with manufacturing. Assist with warehouse management, purchase parts inventory levels and storage. Understand material replenishment systems relative to purchase parts availability. Manage MRP system set up for supplier orders. Work with suppliers and internal logistics to develop transportation plans. Monitor freight costs to budget. Monitor material storage areas for proper 5S. Support, review, and update department procedures. Execute and support cycle counts. Support dock clerk with material receipts and OS&D issues. Ensure system process routings set up for new product launches. Complete other special assignments.Position requirements: Must be able to work a flexible schedule. Proficient computer skills. Good oral and written communication skills. Ability to work in a team environment. Excellent problem solving skills. Must be a hands on person, willing to work on the manufacturing floor as needed. Preferred: Prior manufacturing plant experience. Prior material scheduling experience using ERP system. Prior logistics experience. Material packaging experience.Education requirement: High school diploma with at least 3+ years of relevant work experience and/or training; bachelor's preferred.Full-time/part-time: Full-time.Location: Inteva Products, LLC - Bluffton Operations.Req number: PUR-26-00013.About the organization: Inteva Products is a leading global automotive supplier providing innovative, reliable, environmentally friendly products that enhance vehicle quality, safety and performance. Inteva has global resources for design, engineering, manufacturing and customer service for interiors, latches, door systems, motors & electronics, overhead systems, and hard trim. Formed in 2008, the tier-one supplier is focused on achieving sustained global growth, providing excellent customer service, and driving innovation. Inteva was founded on innovative solutions and the use of applied technology to drive value-based solutions. The company employs 12,000 people in over 35 sites and maintains its world headquarters in Troy, Michigan USA.