Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Responsible for providing production and material planning to support value stream objectives. Create production schedules and material releases to support customer demand and level scheduling for manufacturing. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Review and distribute production, work, and shipment schedules. Compile reports on progress of work, inventory levels, costs, and production problems. Interface with manufacturing with respect to schedule controls, inventory management, capacity utilization and customer needs Plan shipments and arrange for carriers to deliver products to our customers. Order appropriate quantities of raw materials while working within our inventory goals. Monitor inventory to FG, WIP and raw targets. Adjust targets for changes in volume and priority. Monitor material deliveries to minimize expedite costs. Create production schedules for all OE, new products and Service demands for assigned product. Manage SAP planning and inventory control parameters as defined by supervisor. Support material flow by defining PFEP and assisting with supermarket and delivery route development. Develop pull systems with suppliers Cycle count as needed, and perform other material audits, as assigned. Analyze obsolete/slow-moving inventories and make recommendations for disposition. Work with Engineering, Program Managements and Purchasing to support launch activities. Some weekend work may be required to support physical inventory and cycle counting Will require after-hour availability if material shortages occur. JOB REQUIREMENTS: EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Mgmt.; Business Mgmt.; or equivalent EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 2-4 years of inventory management and/or materials planning experience. REQUIREMENTS: Experience in manufacturing, automotive preferred. Strong computer, analytical, problem solving, and communications skills. Skilled in basic computer software (word processing, spreadsheets, SAP) Must be well-organized, have good oral and written communications skills. Forward thinking skills and ability to troubleshoot constraints. Ability to maintain composure in fast paced work environment. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Ability to sit frequently for extended periods of time. Ability to move about the plant in both the office and manufacturing areas. Ability to travel occasionally. Manual dexterity for computer work. Ability to communicate in an effective manner. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Office environment – includes, but not limited to, artificial lighting, computers, telephones, desks, temperature controlled. Manufacturing environment – includes, but not limited to, artificial lighting, machine/equipment noise, some welding exhaust, non-controlled temperatures, and PPE required. Some travel may be required Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr