Planner Executive

Job Responsibilities- Schedule the supply of materials/components (OEM parts) to meet production requirements and minimum safety stock levels.- Plan, develop, implement and evaluate processes for material delivery from supplier to point of fit.- Assess volume requirements against planning assumptions.- Day-to-day order management and management of deliveries.- Understand and manage risks to minimize impact on production schedule.- Take follow up actions in relation to material shortages that affect production.- Implement all processes to agreed standards and targets and support continuous improvement initiatives and identify areas of improvement.- Utilize any Material Requirements Planning system (MRP) or IT system that is in place and ensure that data is accurate and up to date and resolve any issues as required.- Monitor the integrity of Bill of Materials (BOM) and manage inventory accuracy.- Monitor inventory levels against agreed target levels.- Support inventory checks to validate inventory accuracy.- Minimize obsolete stock and ensure business is left with minimum liability.- Generate and communicate supplier material delivery schedules and forecasts to ensure they reflect requirements and meet demands.- Create regular statistical reports and analysis and update others in the organization.- Any other duties assigned by immediate supervisor.**Requirements**:- Diploma or degree in inventory / manufacturing management or related field.- At least 5 proven work experience as in high mix low volume and low mix high volume.- Adequate knowledge of organizational effectiveness and material planning.- Previous experience of materials planning ideally in the automotive or manufacturing environment.- Good understanding of supply chain processes and their interdependence.- Understanding of supplier relationships and some experience of working with suppliers.- Strong IT systems knowledge and skills including advanced Excel skills.- Knowledge and experience of using MRP (Material Requirements Planning) systems or similar.- Able to work under tight schedule / short lead time.- Knowledge of lean techniques may be advantageous.Schedule:- Day shiftSupplemental pay types:- Overtime pay- Performance bonus