Key Responsibilities

• Material Planning: Develop and maintain material requirements planning (MRP) processes to ensure timely availability of materials for production.
• Demand Forecasting: Analyze sales forecasts and historical data to predict future material needs and adjust plans accordingly.
• Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels to prevent shortages or excess stock, ensuring optimal inventory turnover.
• Order Management: Generate and manage purchase orders for materials, coordinating with suppliers to ensure timely delivery.
• Scheduling: Collaborate with production planning and operations teams to align material availability with production schedules.
• Data Analysis: Collect, analyze, and interpret data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for process improvements.
• Reporting: Generate regular reports on material availability, inventory levels, and supplier performance, and present findings to management.
• Supplier Coordination: Work closely with suppliers to resolve issues, manage lead times, and improve material quality.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement improvements to MRP processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Compliance: Ensure all MRP activities comply with company policies and industry regulations.

Profile:

• Education: bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in material planning, inventory management, or supply chain analysis.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in MRP software and tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Knowledge of supply chain and inventory management principles.

– Certifications: CILT, APICS CPIM or CSCP certification is a plus.

Competencies

• Attention to Detail: Ability to handle complex data and ensure accuracy in planning and reporting.
• Analytical Thinking: Strong ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
• Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and build strong working relationships.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing business needs and priorities.
• Efficiency: Proactive in identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency.