Materials Planner

Position Summary

This position will work cross-functionally with our Customers, Supply Chain, Logistics, and Brokerage service providers and various Gates internal and external departments to optimize our Customs compliance and to reduce costs and improve quality.

Report to the Materials Manager. Has authority to expedite, charge back suppliers for premium freight and make decisions concerning supplier delivery. Planner is responsible for reducing transportation costs when possible and preparing a design to support inventory reduction.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

30% - Procure and plan materials in line with an MRP system

35% - Generate and send supplier releases. The role will Monitor and maintain inventory levels to support production. Follow up and track all past due items.

10% - Expedite supplier shortages as required. Report out shortage information in a production meeting environment.

10% - Share data with ...