The Material Planning Analyst assists the supply chain department under the direction of the Director of Supply Chain, as well as helping to manage other duties related to procurement of indirect supply items. This role primarily oversees the material releases, delivery issues that may impact production scheduling, and vendor relationships.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

DIRECT PROCUREMENT:

Analyzing manufacturing, enterprise resource planning, and other material requirements based on demand and component replenishment. Create and expedite purchase orders as required to meet customer and business demand. Provide updated shipping details to stakeholders as requested; continuously improve methodology on how to deliver this information to the organization through technology solutions. Resolving scheduling, material requirements, or business system problems with cross-functional representatives. Assist with the development of dashboards to track KPIs showing daily, weekly or monthly supply chain performance. Ensure accurate database maintenance of lead times, EOQ, bracket pricing, & minimum order quantities. Provide forecast visibility to internal stakeholders for production planning purposes. Monitor inventory levels to avoid stock outs or excess inventory. Work with key stakeholders in obsolete warehouse removal. Escalate material risks as necessary to Director of Supply Chain, Production Manager and Operations. Identify cost savings opportunities.