Job Overview

As a Material Planner at Harbinger Motors, you will be integral to our manufacturing operations, ensuring efficient production scheduling through material planning and inventory management. Your role will be pivotal in maintaining seamless supply chain operations and meeting production targets with precision.

What You’ll Do:

• Production Scheduling and Coordination:
  • Collaborate closely with production managers and schedulers to develop and optimize detailed production schedules aligned with customer demand and capacity constraints.
  • Monitor production progress and adjust schedules as needed to accommodate changes in demand or operational requirements.
• Inventory Management and Optimization:
  
  • Maintain accurate inventory levels of raw materials, components, and finished goods to support uninterrupted production.
  • Utilize ERP and inventory management systems to track stock levels, analyze usage patterns, and forecast future material needs.
  • Implement strategies to minimize stock-outs, reduce excess inventory, and optimize inventory turnover.
• Supplier Relationship Management:
  
  • Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials, components, and sub-assemblies in accordance with production schedules.
  • Evaluate supplier performance based on metrics such as on-time delivery, quality standards, and cost-effectiveness.
  • Negotiate supplier agreements, terms, and pricing to achieve optimal procurement outcomes.
• Demand Planning and Forecasting:
  
  • Analyze historical data, market trends, and sales forecasts to generate accurate demand forecasts.
  • Collaborate with sales, marketing, and production teams to validate forecasts and adjust plans as necessary.
  • Develop contingency plans to mitigate supply chain risks and ensure continuity of material supply.
• Continuous Improvement Initiatives:
  
  • Identify opportunities to optimize production processes, reduce lead times, and enhance overall supply chain efficiency.
  • Implement lean manufacturing principles and best practices to drive continuous improvement in material planning and inventory management.
  • Lead or participate in cross-functional teams focused on process improvement projects.
• Cross-functional Collaboration:
  
  • Foster strong relationships and effective communication with cross-functional teams including procurement, logistics, quality assurance, and engineering.
  • Provide timely updates on material availability, production status, and potential issues impacting schedules.
  • Collaborate on initiatives to resolve supply chain bottlenecks and improve operational performance.

Who You Are:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience in material planning, production scheduling, or supply chain management within the automotive or manufacturing industry.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced skills in Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Strong analytical abilities with a focus on problem-solving and decision-making in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers.