Automotive Materials Planner | Inventory & Scheduling

Stoneridge; Ciudad Juárez; Remote; MXN 250,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Stoneridge in Cd Juárez, Mexico is seeking a Material Planner to manage an auto-replenishment program that ensures timely production material receipt while improving spend and inventory control.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Engineering, Business, or Logistics and 1–3 years of material planning experience, preferably in the automotive sector, with bilingual English/Spanish communication and proficiency in JD Edwards and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or Logistics.
• 1–3 years in material planning related activities; automotive experience preferred.
• Bi-lingual English/Spanish required; communicate effectively with internal and external contacts.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and JD Edwards; strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Confirm with vendors that they download requirement schedules from the portal on Tuesdays to ensure production materials are available.
• Analyze on-hand inventories and production demands to identify shortages or excesses and adjust schedules accordingly.
• Expedite inbound materials to meet shortages or increases and coordinate with freight procedures.
• Escalate potential shortage risks and coordinate emergency shipping plans with suppliers and procurement.
• Attend meetings related to materials handled by the planner and analyze inventory levels vs projected needs.
• Assist in supplier visits to discuss material concerns and improve partnerships; support invoice corrections and material analyses.

Skills

Bi-lingual English/Spanish

Analytical Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Leadership

Decision Making

Work under pressure

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Business

Bachelor's Degree in Logistics

Tools

Microsoft Office

JD Edwards

Job description

Stoneridge in Cd Juárez, Mexico is seeking a Material Planner to manage an auto-replenishment program that ensures timely production material receipt while improving spend and inventory control.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Engineering, Business, or Logistics and 1–3 years of material planning experience, preferably in the automotive sector, with bilingual English/Spanish communication and proficiency in JD Edwards and MS Office.