About this role
The Planner Associate, Materials supports material planning and supply execution to ensure the timely availability of materials required for manufacturing operations. The position coordinates material requirements, inventory levels, purchase and delivery schedules, and potential supply constraints while working closely with Production, Purchasing, Warehouse, Manufacturing and other Supply Chain stakeholders.
The role is responsible for maintaining material availability while balancing inventory requirements and supporting continuous production operations.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Logistics,Engineering, Operations Management or a related discipline.
- Relevant experience in materials planning, production planning, supply chain, logistics, inventory management or manufacturing operations preferred.
- Semiconductor, electronics or high-volume manufacturing experience would be an advantage.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Good understanding of material planning, inventory control and supply-chain processes .
- Ability to interpret production demand and translate requirements into material plans.
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
- Good Microsoft Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.
- Experience working with ERP/MRP systems is preferred.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Effective communication and stakeholder-management skills.
- Ability to work cross-functionally with Production, Manufacturing, Procurement, Warehouse and other Supply Chain teams.
- Strong sense of urgency when managing production-critical material shortages.
- Able to work independently while contributing effectively within a team.
KEY COMPETENCIES
- Material Requirements Planning
- Inventory Management
- Supply Planning
- Production Support
- Data Analysis
- Problem Solving
- Planning & Prioritization
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Communication
- Continuous Improvement
- Attention to Detail