Materials Planner/Buyer

Where would you like to shape the success of your future career: At a worldwide leading manufacturer of process measuring and control technology? In a family- owned company that values its more than 3,700 employees in more than 30 countries and sees them all as individuals? In a team that breaks new ground with courage and passion?

Did you answer "Yes" three times? Then it is time for us to make your acquaintance.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Foster material planning discussions across a cross-functional team that includes: Production, Quality, Engineering and Inside Sales departments regarding production status, material issues, and external purchases status.
• Responsible for SAP workflow (indirect procurement of Systemhause non-inventory goods and services)
• Responsible for distribution channel procurement, replenishment and delivery reliability
• Responsible for stocking agreements, QDP strategies where applicable - includes interpreting stocking agreement, managing stock level, communicating concerns / updates to cross functional teams
• Participation in team shop floor meetings (SI06 boards), slow moving obsolescence reviews and other meetings as necessary
• Manage product inventory levels to meet monthly operations plan, balance inventory mix to ensure desired resource levels are maintained. Utilize SAP matching parameters process to optimize inventory and service levels.
• Manage relevant master data elements in place for ERP-SAP planning that impact planning strategies.
• Provide production order schedules and guidance to manufacturing and assembly areas to ensure clarity of requirements.
• Help guide new projects (CPOH) from a MRP standpoint to ensure proper launch and effectiveness as it transfers to RSOH

REQUIREMENTS:

• BA/BS degree
• SAP planning expertise is preferred
• Minimum 3 years in scheduling or production planning, demand planning, in manufacturing environment and/or manufacturing/engineering experience
• APICs certified is a plus
• Demonstrated ability to use analytical tools to solve business problems
• Proven ability to work with, and communicate to, all levels of the business (manufacturing, customer service, etc…)
• Proven expertise in Microsoft Office programs
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize and execute to deadlines
• Have the ability to follow projects through to completion
• Excellent oral, written and communication skills

Able to work closely within a team and contribute individually in high pressure situations

In return, we offer you exciting and challenging responsibilities, diverse perspectives with a high degree of individual freedom and a corporate culture that encourages you to use it.

Curious? Then we look forward to receiving your application.