Title: Materials Planner
Location: Memphis, TN
Duration: 12 month contract
Work Requirements: Third-party candidates are not being considered at this time; Candidates must have valid authorization to work in the US for any employer as a W-2 employee.
Overview: TekPartners has some of the most sought after Information Technology positions available. As a reputable company in the IT staffing industry, you can trust us to place you in the right position. We currently have an opportunity for a Materials Planner in Memphis, TN.
Skillset / Experience:
The Material Planner will be responsible for maintaining/establishing the continuity-of-supply for all parts in order to support assigned area. Will be required to adhere to pre-determined inventory levels for assigned parts and hit all inventory targets while following the EHP planning process. The team member will be expected to work with internal quality to address quality-related issues, and will work closely with all cross-functional team members, in particular, purchasing. The team member will also be required to participate in the annual physical inventory and any plan cycle counter events.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
· Order and expedite production material.
· Analyze inventory levels and resolve part shortages using available tools and processes.
· Plan inventory levels to support customers.
· Develop ways to continuously improve the materials planning process and work with cross-functional teams to implement ideas.
· Infuse lean thinking into the department.
· Help suppliers think “lean” in their processes.
· Track press shop products and schedule attainment.
· Know purchase/make parts in great detail and cross train.
· Resolve to be a great team and cross-functional team player.
· Think “outside of the box” often and come up with innovative ways to address deficiencies.
· Perform audits.
· Priority is tit ensure that production lines are supplied with quality parts according to the SIOP.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
· BS degree or equivalent in scheduling experience.
· Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
· APICS fundamentals knowledge.
· Materials planning processes such as MRP, Demand Flow, Kan-Ban, <st1:stockticker w:st="on">JIT.
· Proven experience in Materials Control & Planning (Purchasing is a plus) related activities.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED
· Process oriented (Following SOPs, ISO-Documentation).
· AS400 / JD Edwards desirable.
· Capability to work under pressing business environment.
· Strong focus on customer service.
· Excellent communication skills.
· Must be able to work flexible hours to include working varies shifts.
· Must be willing to manage multiple projects.
Our benefits package includes:
· Comprehensive Medical Benefits
· Competitive Pay
· 401K Retirement Plan
· And Much More
About TekPartners:
TekPartners is one of the fastest growing private staffing firms in the United States. We are a premier provider of highly qualified IT talent, Workforce Solutions and Business Intelligence Solutions to many enterprise organizations across the nation. As experts in the industry, our team continues to match proven talent to the right job opportunity every day.
TekPartners is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
