Materials Planner

Purpose

Coordinating the flow of materials between Vesuvius and various suppliers. Create and maintain computerized records of these movements. Computation of the amounts of material or items required for specific mix orders is a responsibility of the Raw Material Controller. Must have knowledge of product manufacturing and related processes to successfully estimate how much raw material is required. At times this position will also be responsible for material orders globally for Vesuvius.

Knowing how to create, compile and maintain computerized records is an essential job duty of the Raw Material Controller. Records need to be able to verify inventory numbers and locations and to be available in the instance of an audit. Various software programs will be utilized to help with inventory control.

• Ensures that work has been completed in a safe and efficient manner.
• Use of computer software to assist in ordering.
• Work with logistics for raw material delivery (shipping/communicate with drivers to coordinate pickup/drop off).
• Always be aware of inventory levels and work toward JIT.
• Physically count inventory levels.
• Communicate with other Vesuvius plants to offer/offload extra materials per recipe changes.
• Review inventory levels - bringing material from overseas-internal customers and external vendors.
• Heavy management of vendors.
• Create production schedule by working with production manager and other internal candidates.
• Inform management of potential problems and obstacles that could affect production.
• Assist in solving any potential problems or obstacles prior to affecting production.
• Utilize effective communication skills, technical competency, leadership and planning skills to maintain effective relationships with employees, customers and suppliers.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• Five to seven years of experience in a manufacturing environment (specific manufacturing environment).
• Previous experience with or training in JDE and Microsoft Excel.
• Substantial history working with production related ordering.
• Experience making CAD models and CAD drawings with full dimensioning and tolerancing.
• Experience and proficiency with Microsoft Office is strongly preferred.

• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to facilitate effective meetings.
• Superior organizational skills with the ability to prioritize assignments, focus on details and adhere to established deadlines.
• Capable of working independently or in a team atmosphere.
• Contribute to a productive and positive work environment.
• Interact with others with integrity and respect.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with all levels within organization.
• Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills based on objective data available.

Handle more than one assignment at a time and meet technical requirements and completion dates for each project.

Gather information from others and resolve issues when information appears to be conflicting.

Overcome obstacles with creative thinking.

Lotus Notes (preferred not necessary), JD Edwards, Microsoft, EVH, WIN, SPC, EXCEL (mandatory).