As a material planning analyst, you will provide material planning expertise in support of improving demand variability, forecast credibility and usability for production planning. You will support forecasting the right volume(s) of materials, goods, and products inbound to the business from its supply base to meet business needs. You will support the data, reporting, analytics, and improvements of the material planning processes to ensure efficient and effective monthly planning.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage a Plan for Every Part (PFEP).
• Manage raw material master data in variety of systems to ensure accuracy and data quality.
• Automate reporting and enhance business processes to improve planning efficiency and effectiveness.
• Manage analytical reporting and dashboards that proactively identify risks and resolutions.
• Work with raw material planning team to identify raw material risk and ensure supporting MRP systems reflect forecast and demand for products.
• Monitor data input to any Material Requirements Planning (MRP) system or IT system for accuracy and resolve any issues as required.
• Develop and publish supplier metrics.
• Participate in regular planning reviews and prepare data in line with changes.
• Reviews data integrity for the Bill of Materials (BOM), evaluate usage of materials in relation to actual build(s).
• Track Inventory Trends and Monitor Inventory against agreed upon target levels, making recommendations based on findings and analysis.
• Communicate with stakeholders sharing reports, updates, and analysis to aid in decision making.

• Bachelor’s Degree in business, supply chain, engineering, or other relevant field of study
• 5+ years’ experience in Production, Supply, or Materials Planning.
• Experience with Advanced Planning Software tools; experience with Kinaxis preferred, but not required.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
• Strong systems capabilities, including MRP/ERP systems and intermediate MS Word/Excel.
• The knowledge of SIOP experience preferred.
• Up to 15% travel.

Benefits

With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance (including Telehealth options) as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work.

Community Engagement

At Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important. Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs. We also encourage facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work.

Training and Development

We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through Novolex University. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program, and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.

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