Materials Requirement Planner

Full-time, exempt position at Minth North America, Inc. in Lewisburg, TN.

About the role

Keeps production and materials aligned — building production plans, forecasting requirements from customer demand and inventory, and running SAP planning accurately for the Lewisburg plant.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production plans to ensure efficient manufacturing processes.
• Manage the integration of SAP systems to streamline production and supply chain operations.
• Analyze and forecast production requirements based on customer demand and inventory levels.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including procurement, logistics and engineering, to ensure production goals are met.
• Ensure accurate data entry and system updates in SAP for production schedules and inventory management.
• Resolve issues related to SAP production modules and provide support to end users.
• Continuously monitor and improve production planning processes for optimal performance.
• Generate and analyze reports to track production performance, material usage and resource allocation.
• Assist in the development of new system functionalities to improve production scheduling and planning.

Requirements

• Two to three years of experience working with SAP in a production planning or supply chain role, preferably in the automotive industry.
• Strong knowledge of SAP Production Planning (PP) and Materials Management (MM) modules.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with various teams.
• Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States.

Qualifications

Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of automotive manufacturing processes and industry standards.

Key to Being Successful in This Role:

• Experience in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Familiarity with advanced production planning tools and techniques.
• SAP certification is a plus.
• Good teamwork and communication skills in a multicultural team.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Primarily office-based work with frequent use of a computer, SAP and other planning software, and the ability to read and analyze reports, schedules and on-screen data.
• Periodic time on the manufacturing floor, including standing and walking; hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear and other required PPE are worn on the floor.
• Occasionally lift up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of this position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Benefits