What are the responsibilities and job description for the Material Planner Specialist position at Hyundai Transys Georgia Seating System, LLC?
Job Description
Job Description
Summary of Position :
The Specialist supports material planning, logistics, and optimization tasks to ensure timely procurement, efficient material flow, and space utilization. This role involves coordinating with suppliers, optimizing packaging specifications, and ensuring materials are available to meet production schedules and shipping requirements.
Corporate :
Adheres to the HTGSS policies and procedures
Learns, demonstrates and upholds HTGSS Core Values
Complies with all HTGSS Certification standards; Management System (TS16949), Environmental ISO 14001-2015 and Health and Safety ISO 45001-2018 policies and procedures
Treats all HTGSS team members with respect and professional courtesy
Always strives to maintain a positive work environment
Manages the department budget efficiently as per approved annual budget
Performs additional assignments / duties as assigned
EHS :
Adhere to all safety policies and procedures
Complies with all safety policies and 5S clean philosophy to maintain a safe, clean working environment
Meets company safety goals
Duties and Responsibilities :
Manage raw materials
Responsible for continuous communication, management, and reporting of supplier activity to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and optimized supplier performance.
Minimize on-hand inventory, drive material handling efficiency for all suppliers through continuous communication to prevent any material shortage with system (TGPS)
Issue POs to all suppliers by using system (TGPS / SAP) maintaining accuracy and timeliness
Plan and manage material procurement activities based on production schedules and customer requirements.
Ensure the accurate and on time issuing of KD part Purchase Orders
Adjust inventory levels as needed based on actual cycle counts and scrap
Supports monthly material closure to ensure the accuracy of monthly payment for all suppliers
Control all suppliers for any issues and other duties assigned to them
Utilize TGPS & SAP for any issues or new implementation of SAP, MM module inventory management system
Create Materials BOM for SAP / TGPS
Distribute material usage Daily / Weekly plan for all suppliers by using EXCEL or TPGS
Coordinate with Group Leader to do 3C (Correct part / Correct Location / Correct Quantity on shop floor)
Plan and manage material procurement activities based on production schedules and customer requirements.
Coordinate with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery of materials and address any issues related to delays or quality concerns
Oversee the receipt and inspection of incoming materials, ensuring they meet quality and quantity standards
Monitor and maintain inventory levels to avoid shortages or overstock situations, ensuring smooth production flow
Analyze and optimize material packaging specifications to improve cost-efficiency, reduce waste, and ensure safe transport and storage
Evaluate and optimize material flow and layout within the production facility to enhance efficiency and minimize handling time
Track and manage material orders, updating production schedules as necessary
Collaborate with production and logistics teams to align material availability with shipping and production plans
Prepare and maintain accurate records, including inventory reports, purchase orders, and supplier performance
Provides direction, development and leadership to floor associates
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to optimize material flow, layout, and packaging processes, as well as to align with safety and efficiency standards
Reporting :
Reports to : Logistics Manager
Education :
College Degree preferred in Industrial Distribution, Logistics or Supply Chain Management.
Position Requirements and Qualifications :
Minimum of 2 years of experience in material planning, procurement, or logistics within a manufacturing environment.
Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP preferred) and MS Office Suite.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in automotive manufacturing, particularly in seating production
Skills and knowledge within the automotive seating industry (experience in the seating industry is an advantage, but not a "must have")
Understanding of EDI systems and logistics processing systems
Experience with customs clearance and international logistics
Experience in optimizing material packaging specifications to reduce costs and improve efficiency
Knowledge of material flow and layout optimization for production environments
Collaboration experience with logistics providers and suppliers
Forklift certification (advantage).
Understanding of ASN, EDI, material handling, inventory and logistics
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