Materials Planner

About the role

Dometic is seeking a passionate Materials Planner to join our growing team in Pompano Beach, FL. This position reports to the Materials Manager and plays a crucial role in ensuring timely and economical procurement of materials.

Responsibilities

• Review MRP messages daily and place or reschedule vendor orders as required to meet production schedule dates
• Ensure all teams have materials on hand required to meet customer demands in a profitable manner
• Maintain inventory levels according to the business plan
• Ensure the quality of purchased materials meets Engineering specifications
• Maintain a professional day-to-day business relationship with suppliers
• Adhere to all ISO Procedures and Work Instructions
• Follows up on information received from sales, engineering, marketing, and operations to support product transition/addition
• Interact with Engineering, Operations, Scheduling, Quality, and other departments that require material coordination
• Participate in Material Review Board (MRB) activities to disposition non-conforming components
• Participate, as needed, in program review and new product introduction meetings
• Provide timely input to management regarding problems such as shortages and design changes
• Suggests, investigates and supports the implementation of cost savings initiatives
• Resolves issues impacting timely payments to suppliers
• Monitors supplier performance and requests corrective actions when required

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree is preferred; APICS Certification is beneficial
• Minimum 3 years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong sense of urgency
• Good verbal, written, communication, and interpersonal skills requiring the ability to resolve conflicting interests and obtain cooperation
• Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Strong understanding of MRP; AS400 experience is preferred
• Product knowledge and HVAC experience a plus

Skills & Characteristics

• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
• Computer skills including but not limited to Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and HRIS
• The ability to learn other applications quickly
• A high degree of confidentiality, integrity, ethics, and sound judgment
• Well-developed organizational skills with the ability to prioritize a variety of tasks
• Strong communications skills, both in person and in writing

What we offer

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Disability insurance (STD/LTD)
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid maternity/paternity leave
• Tuition assistance
• Membership reimbursement (wholesale club and gym)
• Employee discounts on our incredible products
• Opportunities to make an impact

Core Values

• Together We build our future
• We play to win
• We embrace change
• We walk the talk