Material Planner

at  Steelcase

We are hiring a Long-Distance Material Planner to… schedule and coordinate the distribution of products to meet customer demand, keeping inventory levels maintained, and revising shipment plans as needed. They will work with other departments to ensure that the accuracy of shipment records and customer satisfaction is met. The role involves analyzing product demand and trends to make necessary inventory adjustments.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree on Engineering, Business, Administration or related.
• Advanced English is a must.
• +3 years of experience in supply chain.ERP Knowledge.

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Previous experience in Material Planner or Planner Buyer
• Strong Knowledge Analysis Forecast expertise
• Involvement in projects related to the role
• Proficient in SAP
• Intermediate Excel skills
• APICS certification
• Ability to analyze and forecast data for effective supply chain management
  Who We Are:
  Steelcase is a global design and thought leader in the world of work. Along with our expansive community of brands, we design and manufacture innovative furnishings and solutions to help people do their best work in the many places where work happens.

WHAT MATTERS TO US:

More than qualifications, we’re looking for talent and potential. We are proud to have a diverse and inclusive workforce, and we’re always looking to improve our global community. We value applicants who are comfortable interacting with people different from themselves, building mutual respect and positive relationships. We invite people from all backgrounds and genders to apply. If we can make the application process easier through accommodation, please email us at myhr@steelcase.com.
Steelcase provides employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, genetic information, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or veteran status and bases all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. We are proud to be recognized for our inclusive workforce by the Corporate Equality Index for the past nine years. If you’re interested in Steelcase, but this isn’t the right time or role, join our Talent Community to be updated on future openings in your area(s) of expertise.

• Analyze material requirements for raw and purchased material to complete production orders sequenced production and delivery of parts from internal and external suppliers.
• Analyzes and revises shipment plans as required.
• Works with other departments to ensure customer satisfaction and accuracy of shipment records.
• Determines reorder points and ensures that sufficient levels of inventory are maintained.
• Analyzes actual product demand, trends, and forecasts, and adjusts inventory plans accordingly.
• Regular maintenance of materials throughout life cycle.
• Process material rejects Root cause and corrective actions, QMN’s.
• Represents LDSC materials planning on Product Development projects while working with cross-functional teams.Communicate with manufacturing plants in NA and across the globe, Order fulfillment, Logistics, and international suppliers.