Material Planning Engineer

at  Lucy Electric

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Internal Job Title: Material Planning Engineer
Business: Lucy Switchgear Arabia
Location: Dammam
Job Reference No: 3689

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Analysis of Materials requirement planning (MRP) in Microsoft Dynamics D365.
• Maintenance of Master data for MRP- safety stock, bucket size (coverage period), etc.
• Shortage list preparation- monthly/weekly/order wise shortages and expedite materials.
• Planning and buying components at the right time and quantity.
• Managing relationships with existing overseas suppliers.
• Keeping up to date with production plan and reacting to changes in demand.
• Monitoring stock value stock turns and outstanding orders.
• Liaising with colleagues in discrepancy of shipping/packing and non-conforming parts to suppliers.
• Writing reports and attending meetings with supervisors.
• Optimizing transportation cost and analysing freight cost.
• Prepare KPIs and reports for inventory levels and materials availability.
• ECN & ECR management.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

• Degree in Engineering or SCM related fields.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
• Exceptional interpersonal communication and negotiation skills.
• Self-motivated and a team player.
• Ability to think on feet and handle pressure situation.
• Knowledge of MS office tools, ERP system.
• At least 5 years of experience in Planning or Purchasing or any related field.
• Factory planning understanding essential.
• Supplier Management and Inventory Management skills.

ABOUT US

Lucy Electric is a global business that provides medium voltage switching and protection solutions for electrical distribution systems. Our dedication to cultivating our service provision allows Lucy Electric to offer a complete solutions package to our customers; facilitating the delivery of electricity to homes and businesses worldwide.

• Materials planning for all vendors to ensure material availability in accordance with Sales and Operation plan (SOP).
• Liaise with Operations and Planning team to finalise factory level SOP and production schedule based on materials availability.
• Purchase order management.
• Continuous engagement with suppliers to expedite materials.
• Inventory management through weekly analysis of stock levels with Global Logistics team.