Senior Materials Planner

Company Description

At Fortune Brands Innovations, we believe that our innovation and success are fueled by the passion of our people and the strength of our teams. Together, we work to fulfill dreams of home by aligning around common goals, being agile in the face of change, holding ourselves accountable, and acting with integrity and transparency. We succeed when everyone belongs and strive to build a Home for All where all associates can be their true, authentic selves at work. Learn more about our culture here

Job Description

The Senior Materials Planner will support our manufacturing plants based in Brookings, SD and Mocksville, NC. This individual will interface with suppliers to place orders and ensure the timely delivery of products to our Larson sites. The successful candidate will own product category throughout the network and will work closely with demand planning, operations, warehouses, and logistics teams; maintain relationships with key stakeholders and report metrics that drive continuous improvement, high fill rates, and a streamlined workflow in a dynamic fast-paced environment. The Sr. Materials Planner will develop long-range planning while considering inventory levels, obsolescence, lead times, product life cycles and production capacity. Support master schedule execution.

Location: This is a full time hybrid position requiring in-office presence at the Brookings, SD site 3 days per week (Tue, Wed, Thu) with the ability to work from home on Mondays and Fridays. 

RESPONSIBLIITIES:

• Maintain system item purchasing attributes and optimize inventory levels by product category through the review of forecasts, safety stocks, MOQ, etc. 
• Prepare purchase orders based on the production schedule, safety stock requirements, and inventory goals while minimizing freight and material spend.
• Plan and direct the flow of raw materials into manufacturing.
• Expedite delivery of goods to users, both internal and external.
• Uncover and resolve root causes of supplier issues.
• Lead Supplier Report Card monthly review and elevate concerns as appropriate.
• Execute non-conformance process to ensure appropriate disposition is approved and credit is received.
• Analyze data to determine component order quantity. Must be able to multi-task and be detail oriented.
• Support master schedule by planning production based on customer needs.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of relevant Material Planning, Scheduling, and Supply Chain with MRP/ERP experience (or combination of education and experience).
• Strong customer service skills including oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills including MS Office Suite.  Advanced Excel required. 
• Strong analytical aptitude and problem-solving skills are required.
• Strong written communication skills, problem resolution, judgment, decision making skills, and business acumen required.
• Must be a team player with the ability to think conceptually, flexibly and strategically.

PREFERRED QUALIFCATIONS:

• Two or four-year degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related fields preferred.
• PeopleSoft ERP Planning Experience.
• Experience with QlikView and/or Tableau would be an added bonus. 
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment, to actively pursue and drive continuous improvement activities, and demonstrate strong leadership.

Additional Information

At Fortune Brands Innovations, we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits (including half-day summer Fridays per policy), inclusive fertility / adoption benefits, and more. We offer numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to support inclusivity and our associates’ feeling of belonging at work.

Fortune Brands Innovation (FBIN) is built on industry-leading brands and innovation within our operating segments: Plumbing, Doors and Security. We have an impressive track record of strong financial results, market outperformance and growth, which translates into career and professional growth opportunities for associates. Please visit our website at fbin.com to learn more.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FBIN is an equal opportunity employer. FBIN evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Reasonable Accommodations

FBIN is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please contact us at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.