Job Information
Kalmar Solutions Material Planner in Ottawa, Kansas
Category: Kalmar
Facility: Sourcing
Location:
Ottawa, KS, US
Material Planner
Purpose of the position
The Material Planner who will be responsible for daily supply chain management activities. These include forecast integration, demand management, supply planning, and inventory management for assigned commodities and/or components as well as the flow of goods between assigned MAUs. The position will be onsite in Ottawa, KS, USA and will be reporting to the Planning Supervisor.
Main tasks and responsibilities
Monitors actual and forecasted consumption of materials and orders replenishment stock.
Manage timely and efficient processing of planned orders. Monitor the status of open purchase orders including delivery and quality issues that may affect status.
Review and evaluate safety stock levels and supplier lead times on a regular basis to identify continuous improvement opportunities including reducing inventory.
Maintain and input material master data into planning systems.
Resolves material issues as they pertain to production in close cooperation with Sourcing, QA, and Engineering.
Tracks and reports vendor supply issues to Sourcing and Production as needed to correct and sustain supply chain.
Maintains knowledge of suppliers’ operations and capabilities.
Maintains complete and current knowledge of all material requirements and issues affecting product availability.
What you’ll need to succeed
Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration
2+ years of experience in planning with in-depth knowledge of MRP system and inventory management, preferably with an OEM or tier 1-supplier environment.
Should possess a technical aptitude for heavy equipment parts; some knowledge of engineering is a plus.
A "Can Do" attitude and sense of urgency, ability to prioritize and follow through is required to meet deadlines and to increase our overall performance.
Ability to listen, communicates clearly, and works well with others
Understanding of Bill of Materials or product structuring preferred.
Competencies:
Strong knowledge of production supply chain principles.
Communication: Strong influencing, negotiation, interpersonal, and communications skills.
Problem Solving: Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
Computer Skills: Proficient in the use of Microsoft office suite software and knowledge of Google suite software.
Lingual Skills: Foreign language comprehension and experience working with suppliers in Europe, SA and ASIA is a major plus.
APICS/ASCM certification is desired.
We believe our people make the difference. We always work in close collaboration with our customers, deliver on our promises and never walk away no matter how big the challenge. We succeed because we do it together.
If you are an individual of outstanding caliber, have the above qualifications, we encourage you to apply.
You will be part of
Kalmar currently employs more than 4,800 professionals worldwide. One of our most important values is: We do it together. We value team skills, as well as innovativeness, customer orientation, and a willingness to commit to continuous improvement. We work closely with our customers and partners - across language, cultural, and professional borders. We see diversity as a common strength and valuable resource for Kalmar’s future
✔ Kalmar is part of a global organization- We have a very talented and diverse workforce focused on equity & inclusion.
✔ We believe in our people as it is our people who really make the difference.
✔ We always work in close collaboration with our customers, deliver on our promises and never walk away no matter how big the challenge.
✔ We succeed because we do it together.
✔ With us, you will have the opportunity to realize your potential and become an important member of our global team.
Interested to join?
Please submit your resume/CV to be considered!