Material Planner

About the role

Reporting to the Materials Manager, the Material Planner is responsible for the procurement of goods and/or raw materials. Supports cost down initiatives, payment terms and supplier contracts. Ensure no delays to production.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all purchasing functions related to the procurement of goods and/or raw materials as assigned, including order placement and follow up.
• Negotiate lead times with vendors and resolves daily supplier issues.
• Expedite orders to ensure no delays to production, attends daily production shortage meetings.
• Reviews material quantities and dates required determining accurate start and completion dates and communicates any issues to management.
• Supports and participates in business improvements including Lean and 5S activities as required.
• Plan and place material purchase orders to ensure that material flow to the plant is in line with the customer demand/company plan (MPS/MRP), with the use of schedules, consignment stock, kanban, and other order systems as required.
• Investigation and approval of Supplier Invoice Issues.
• Actively manage Supplier Delivery performance through the use of KPI's and routine performance reviews with critical suppliers.
• Undertake any other duties as may be reasonably required within the scope of the role.

Requirements

• High School Diploma with 7+ years of experience.
• 3+ years of experience in material planning, inventory management, purchasing, or a related position.
• 1+ year suppliers follow up and execution ownership.
• 1+ year basic Excel proficiency (not advanced formulas)
• 1+ year ERP experience: SAP or Oracle

Core Competencies

• Proven materials management and purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record of hitting inventory reduction targets and project implementation.
• Experience of scheduling, MRP, MPS and consignment stocking.
• Demonstrative proactive approach and initiative in problem solving.
• Able to communicate and interface diplomatically and effectively with all levels of the organization, external suppliers etc.
• Able to work on own initiative and as member of small team.

Pay

The pay range for this role is $64,000-$78,000. The pay range considers a wide range of factors that include a candidate’s skills; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and geographic location.

What we offer

At Ingersoll Rand, we embrace a culture of personal ownership — taking responsibility for our company, our communities, and our environment, as well as our individual health and well-being. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to empower you with the tools and support necessary to take charge of your health, ensuring that together, we can continue to make life better. Our range of benefits includes health care options like medical and prescription plans, dental and vision coverage, as well as wellness programs. Additionally, we provide life insurance, a robust 401(k) plan, paid time off, and even an employee stock grant, among other offerings. These benefits are our commitment to you, so you can be your best at work and beyond.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ingersoll Rand is committed to achieving workforce diversity reflective of our communities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.