MATERIALS COORDINATOR

Specific Responsibilities

• Execute the Operations change management process to ensure smooth transitions for changes and new part implementations within the plant.
• Cookordination Engineering BOM and routing updates to guarantee accurate material usage and accountability.
• Review and execute all PLM change tasks in alignment with business turnaround objectives.
• Validate information documents for data accuracy and confirm that requested changes are clearly defined and actionable.
• Analyze Material Requirements Planning (MRP) data to develop and maintain accurate schedules for all assigned component parts.
• This includes generating and managing purchase orders and production work orders to ensure timely availability of materials and alignment with manufacturing needs.
• Manage rescheduling of part orders based on planning exceptions and evolving requirements.
• Take proactive measures to expedite or de-expedite parts and raw materials, adjusting for capacity restrictions or load constraints.
• Communicate part flow status and any delays against due dates.
• Establish and maintain order policies, stocking levels, and kanban systems for parts.
• Continuously monitor and adjust to meet changing needs and demands.
• Maintain and control SAP master data to ensure integrity and accuracy of individual component records.
• Investigate and resolve blocked invoices caused by quantity discrepancies.
• Foster collaboration with manufacturing, suppliers, and buyers to reduce lead times and minimum order quantities.
• Develop and maintain inventory strategies that support on-time delivery under pull systems.
• Participate in and lead special projects as assigned, driving results and supporting organizational goals.
• Frequent contact with Purchasing, Assembly Scheduling, Engineering and external vendors.
• Moderate contact with Supply Chain, Manufacturing Engineering and Service Parts.
• Minimal contact with Manufacturing Supervisors.

  Requirements

  • Minimum 3 years of experience working in a supply chain/logistics or purchasing environment.
  • Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Demonstrated continuous improvement, mathematical, problem-solving and organizational skills.
  • Intermediate proficiency in SAP, Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong characteristics in the area of initiative, attitude, assertiveness, and sense of urgency.
  • Experience in inventory management, ERP/MRP and Kanban systems preferred.