Indirect Materials Planner

Job Title

Indirect Materials Planner

AISIN Texas

Kaizen, Tool Crib

Cibolo, TX

Controls inventory levels, identifies obsolete inventory, registers, and scraps items for inventory. Reviews and adjusts stocking levels based on production volumes, usage, and safety stock quantity. Periodically reports inventory levels and organizes data in inventory management databases to improve item identification.

• Review inventory for items that must be adjusted to maintain an efficient safety stock level in the warehouse.
• Request and adjust planner parameter levels based on production demands.
• Register new items, identify, and dispose of obsolete items.
• Review the recorder list to ensure the necessary items are properly ordered.
• Periodically report inventory levels and organize data in inventory management databases to improve item identification.
• Ensure accurate reporting of material in the indirect materials warehouse.
• Work effectively with Purchasing and Engineering to coordinate purchasing activities to acquire inventory cost‑effectively and timely.
• Communicate effectively and consistently with management and internal departments regarding inventory shortages or surpluses.
• Ensure 95% material availability for manufacturing and maintenance departments.
• Monitor and accurately report supplier on‑time delivery; aggressively communicate and manage through any issues that could impact the manufacturing process or raise concerns as necessary.
• Make necessary adjustments to safety stocks as deemed necessary to facilitate product availability while maintaining the lowest possible inventory.
• Other duties as needed.

• Minimum 2 years of experience in manufacturing, warehouse, materials, maintenance, production control, purchasing, planning, or related role.
• Experience working with inventory, parts, materials, production needs, ordering processes, or warehouse activity is preferred.
• Ability to learn inventory management systems, planning processes, and database tools.
• Basic to intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
• Ability to communicate clearly with internal departments, including Manufacturing, Maintenance, Purchasing, Engineering, and Management.
• Ability to prioritize work, follow up on open items, and respond to changing production or material needs.

• High School Diploma or GED required.