Material Planner

Magneti Marelli Parts & Services; Aguascalientes; On-site; MXN 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Marelli Electronics in Aguascalientes, Mexico, is seeking a Materials Planner to join the Supply Chain and Logistics team. You will plan, schedule, and coordinate materials to keep production moving and cost in check.

The role requires close collaboration with suppliers, production, and logistics, and hands-on experience with MRP/ERP systems, Excel, and English communication.

If you thrive in a fast-paced, international environment, join Marelli and help shape future mobility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in SCM, Logistics, or related field.
• Experience as Materials Planner in electronics manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of MRP and ERP systems.
• Proficiency with Excel.
• Conversational English.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage material planning processes to support production schedules.
• Analyze demand forecasts and orders to create purchasing and production plans.
• Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery and resolve supply issues.
• Monitor inventory levels, conduct audits, and prevent shortages or excess.
• Collaborate with production, procurement, and logistics to optimize workflow.
• Use ERP/MRP to maintain records of orders, inventory, and schedules.
• Review planning parameters like safety stock, lead time, and reorder points.

Skills

MRP

ERP

Excel

English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in SCM/Logistics/related field

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

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Become a Part of the Marelli team. We are a global independent automotive supplier with a passion for performance and speed. We are pioneers of the future of mobility. Our story is built on innovation and manufacturing excellence.

Every day, we drive change and co-create what comes next. Our purpose is simple yet ambitious: "Let's push the boundaries together. We aspire to shape future mobility dreams and turn them into reality.”

Joining the Marelli Electronics team means becoming a part of something bigger, a place where you can explore your potential, pioneer innovation.

As a global yet fast-evolving company, we're looking for team members who want to grow and evolve with us.

About the Position:

We are looking for a Materials Planner to join the Supply Chain and Logistics team for the Electronics Plant, reporting directly to the SCM Supervisor.

This position is based at our plant in Aguascalientes, Mexico.

As a Materials Planner at Marelli, you will be responsible for ensuring a steady flow of materials required for the production processes at our Electronics plant. This role involves planning, scheduling, and coordinating materials to optimize production efficiency while maintaining quality and cost objectives. The Materials Planner will work closely with suppliers, production teams, and other stakeholders to forecast needs and manage inventory levels, ensuring on-time production and delivery.

Your Responsibilities will be:

• Develop, implement, and manage material planning processes and strategies to support production schedules.
• Analyze demand forecasts and customer orders to create purchasing and production plans.
• Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and resolve any issues related to supply chain disruptions.
• Monitor inventory levels, conduct regular audits, and initiate necessary actions to prevent shortages or excess inventory.
• Collaborate with production, procurement, and logistics teams to optimize workflow and improve material flow and efficiency.
• Use ERP/MRP systems to maintain accurate records of orders, inventory, and production schedules.
• Conduct regular reviews and updates of material planning parameters, such as safety stock, lead time, and reorder points.

What Qualifications you will bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Materials Planner or in a similar role within an electronics manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Conversational English level.

Other skills that we would welcome:

• Experience with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies.
  Supply Chain certification.
• Experience with electronics suppliers is a must.

Expectations from you in this position:

• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across different functions.

What does this position offer you:

• A dynamic, supportive, and high-performing international team with an inspiring ambition to transform the future of mobility.
• Onboarding support and continuous training to bring you up to speed with Marelli’s pace.

About Us:

Marelli is one of the world’s leading global independent suppliers to the automotive sector, with a strong and established track record in innovation and manufacturing excellence. Our goal is to change the future of mobility by working with our customers and partners to create a safer, greener, and more connected world.

Our team supplies all major automotive manufacturers in Asia, Europe, and North and South America and the top racing teams in motorsport world championships. Our technology is purpose-driven and meticulously designed to deliver tangible value that truly matters to our customers.

Our business areas are automotive lighting and sensing, thermal solutions, electronics, green technology solutions, interior experience, propulsion solutions (e-powertrain and powertrain), ride dynamics, motorsport, and aftermarket business.

Within the walls of Marelli, we believe in enabling people to do their best work. Our cultural attributes - Drive Results, Accountable, Entrepreneurial, Inclusive, Innovative, and Aware - are the cornerstones of a new Marelli culture. Be part of it!

At Marelli, we believe in the importance of diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We are committed to nurturing talent in our diverse environment, and we take pride in our various employee resource groups, such as Marelli Women, Brains & Hearts Wellbeing, All Cultures, and Marelli's Rainbow. We believe these groups foster creativity and innovation through the unique perspectives of a multicultural community.

Marelli is a global, independent technology partner to the automotive industry, with a strongand established track record in innovation and manufacturing excellence.

Joining the Marelli team means becoming a part of something bigger, a place where you can explore your potential, pioneer innovation, and grow.

We believe in enabling people to do their best work. Our cultural attributes - Drive Results, Accountable, Entrepreneurial, Inclusive, Innovative, and Aware - are the cornerstones of a new Marelli culture. Be part of it!

Discover our open positions and take the first step towards an exciting career in Marelli. Explore new horizons and unleash your potential. Join us today! Let's push the boundaries together. We aspire to shape future mobility dreams and turn them into reality.