Material Planner

What we are looking for

• Grammer is looking for a Material Planner to join our MP L team in Shannon, MS. The ideal candidate will enjoy working in a team environment.
• This individual will have an opportunity to make lasting and positive changes in our team!

What you will be doing

• Take proactive initiative, display the ability to gather, analyze, and strategically utilize data for the resolution and prevention of MP L related challenges.
• Analyzes customer releases, ensure accurate data transfer among internal teams, customers, and suppliers as needed.
• Daily System/SAP maintenance, data entry, and strategic use of SAP to ensure Grammer goals are met in addition to departmental and company continuous improvement.
• Analyze production schedules, inventory reports, and work orders to determine type and quantity of materials required, availability of stock, and order priority.
• Collaborate with Production team members to determine overdue material and parts and to inform necessary parties of current or potential challenges in material flow/supply.
• Proactively align cross-functionally to expedite efficient movement of materials within the facility to ensure utilization of best practices and reduction of waste.
• Examines materials received, verifies material/parts numbers and checks discrepancies such as damaged or unmarked parts.
• Monthly analysis and reporting of supplier delivery and customer delivery performance.
• Interfaces with suppliers and customers as needed to ensure smooth and accurate deliveries.
• Coordinate and track shipments with transportation companies as well as navigate Customs.
• Perform inventory cycle counts and assist in investigating and providing solutions for inventory discrepancies.
• Other duties assigned by management or duties necessary to maintain smooth operations of the company.