Material Planner (Kinaxis Experience)

Emapta Global; Colombia; Presencial; COP 60.000.000 - 110.000.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Remote work

20 vacation days

Laptop provided

Client exposure

Diverse work environment

Upskilling via Emapta Academy

Descripción de la vacante

Emapta Latam is seeking a skilled Material Planner to ensure materials availability and optimize inventory for a global consumer healthcare manufacturing client.

This role requires hands-on experience with Kinaxis, Oracle EBS or SAP, and strong knowledge of MRP logic, safety stock, and E&O inventory. You will collaborate with supply planning, master data, and production planning teams to drive on-time materials and continuous improvement.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience in a related field.
• 4+ years in materials or supply planning in manufacturing.
• Hands-on Kinaxis experience; ERP/MRP and purchasing modules knowledge.
• Strong MRP knowledge, safety stock methods, and E&O inventory.
• Advanced Excel for data analysis and planning data interpretation.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.

Responsabilidades

• Execute weekly MRP cycles and translate signals into purchases.
• Manage full PO lifecycle and supplier communications.
• Maintain supplier schedules and on-time delivery performance.
• Monitor safety stock, inventory coverage, aging, and policy reviews.
• Lead E&O inventory management and monthly disposition planning.
• Maintain master data, lead-time accuracy, and planning parameters.
• Support weekly S&OE meetings and cross-functional recovery planning.
• Escalate risks and recommend corrective actions to leadership.

Conocimientos

Kinaxis

Oracle EBS

SAP

MRP logic

Inventory management

Excel

Supplier coordination

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, or related field

Equivalent practical experience

Herramientas

Kinaxis RapidResponse

Oracle EBS

SAP

SQL

Power BI

Descripción del empleo

Drive Supply Chain Excellence That Keeps Global Manufacturing Moving

Efficient supply planning keeps manufacturing operations running, customers satisfied, and business growth on track. The Material Planner plays a vital role in ensuring the right materials are available at the right time through proactive planning, supplier collaboration, and inventory optimization. Make a measurable impact on operational performance while building a long-term global career with Emapta, where top talent gains stability, continuous growth, and world-class opportunities.

Snapshot

Employment Type: Indefinite Term Contract

Work Setup: Work From Home/Remote

• 5 days work week
• Work from home arrangement
• 20 vacation days in total
• Fully-customized Emapta laptop and peripherals
• Direct exposure to our clients
• Diverse and supportive work environment
• Unlimited upskilling through Emapta Academy courses (Want to know more? Visit https://emapta.com/training-calendar/)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, Business, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
• At least 4 years of experience in materials planning, supply planning, or buyer/planner roles within a manufacturing environment
• Hands-on experience with Kinaxis (RapidResponse or Maestro)
• Working proficiency in Oracle EBS or SAP, including MRP, purchasing, and inventory management modules
• Strong knowledge of MRP logic, safety stock methodologies, and inventory health management, including coverage, aging, and excess and obsolete (E&O) inventory
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with the ability to analyze and interpret planning data
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to drive suppliers and cross-functional teams toward committed delivery dates

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in OTC pharmaceutical, consumer packaged goods (CPG), or other FDA-regulated (cGMP) manufacturing environments
• APICS CPIM or CSCP certification
• Proficiency in business intelligence or analytics tools, such as Apache Superset or Power BI, or experience using SQL
• Experience working within a Planning Center of Excellence (CoE) or a similarly governed planning environment

Responsibilities

MRP & Supply Execution

• Execute the weekly MRP cycle and convert planning signals into purchasing actions by placing, expediting, deferring, or canceling purchase orders in accordance with established policies
• Manage the complete purchase order lifecycle from placement through receipt
• Manage supplier communications and maintain accurate supplier schedules for assigned vendors
• Monitor supplier confirmations, on-time delivery performance, and recovery commitments to ensure delivery targets are met

Inventory Policy & Safety Stock

• Manage safety stock parameters within Center of Excellence (CoE) governance guidelines
• Monitor inventory coverage, health, and aging
• Lead monthly inventory policy reviews for the assigned portfolio

Excess & Obsolete (E&O) Inventory Management

• Prevent excess and obsolete inventory through proactive monitoring and early warning indicators
• Recommend monthly inventory disposition plans with quantified financial impacts
• Identify root causes and implement corrective portfolio and policy actions

Data Quality & Planning Parameters

• Maintain accurate planning master data, including lead times, minimum order quantities (MOQs), lot sizes, and safety stock levels
• Coordinate planning parameter audits and updates with the Master Data and Supply Planning teams
• Resolve material planning exceptions within established service level agreements
• Participate in weekly S&OE meetings to support material allocation, risk assessment, and recovery planning
• Coordinate material recovery timelines with Customer Service to minimize supply disruptions

Risk Management & Escalation

• Escalate supplier capacity, lead-time, or yield risks that exceed planning guidelines
• Recommend corrective actions to Supply Planning leadership and Sourcing to mitigate supply risks

Performance Measures

• Ensure on-time purchase order placement
• Minimize excess and obsolete (E&O) inventory trends and aging
• Optimize inventory turns and days of supply across product segments
• Maintain planning parameter compliance based on Center of Excellence (CoE) audit standards

Key Interfaces

• Collaborate daily with Supply Planning, Master Planning, Production Planning, Sourcing, External Operations, Quality, Master Data, and Customer Service teams
• Utilize Oracle EBS (ERP/MRP), Kinaxis, and safety stock analytics tools to support planning and inventory management activities

About the Client

Our client is a globally recognized leader in consumer healthcare manufacturing, delivering high-quality over-the-counter products trusted by major retailers across international markets. Backed by decades of operational excellence, advanced manufacturing capabilities, and rigorous quality standards, the organization continues to drive innovation while maintaining a strong reputation for reliability, efficiency, and regulatory compliance. With significant investments in technology, supply chain excellence, and continuous improvement, the company empowers professionals to contribute to products that improve everyday health and well-being worldwide.

Join the Top 1% Talent. A Better Career. A Better Life.

Join Emapta Latam and contribute to our legacy of transforming global outsourcing. Since 2010, Emapta has pioneered personalized outsourcing solutions, empowering businesses to thrive with bespoke teams and seamless integration. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our state-of-the-art facilities, competitive compensation, and a supportive work environment that fosters professional growth. With over 1,200 clients worldwide and a team of more than 12,000 talented professionals, Emapta continues to set new standards in the industry.