Material Specialist

Solidum Konstruktion Inc; Manila; On-site; PHP 334,800 - 669,600; Full time

Job summary

A construction company based in Metro Manila is looking for a Project Planner. The ideal candidate will develop and implement material strategies to optimize production and inventory, requiring a bachelor's degree in civil engineering and licensing. With 1-5 years of relevant experience, this full-time position involves collaborating with cross-functional teams and managing supplier performance. The role is on-site in Manila, allowing for direct impact on project outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering is required.
• Must be a licensed engineer.
• 1-5 years of experience as a Project Planner preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop & implement material strategies for production.
• Analyze forecasts and production schedules.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align material flow.
• Monitor and negotiate supplier performance.
• Lead initiatives to improve supply chain efficiency.
• Manage Engineering Change Notices impact on materials.

Skills

Strategic Planning

Demand & Inventory Management

Cross-Functional Leadership

Process Improvement

Supplier & Performance Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Licensed engineer

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

On-site - Manila 1-3 Yrs Exp Bachelor Full-time

Job Description

• Strategic Planning:Develop & implement material strategies, balancing costs, availability, and production needs, especially for New Product Introductions (NPI).
• Demand & Inventory Management:Analyze forecasts, production schedules, and demand to set optimal stock levels, preventing stockouts or overstock.
• Cross-Functional Leadership:Collaborate with Engineering (ECN implementation), Procurement, Production, and Logistics to align material flow with overall goals.
• Supplier & Performance:Monitor supplier quality/delivery, potentially negotiating contracts, and managing material allocation during constraints.
• Process Improvement:Lead initiatives to enhance supply chain efficiency, reduce costs, and improve material planning systems (MRP/ERP).
• Engineering Change Control:Manage the impact of Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) on material masters, BOMs, and supply chains.
• Data & Systems:Utilize ERP/MRP systems for data-driven decisions, ensuring data accuracy (like Bill of Materials).

Minimum Education and Experience

• Must possess a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
• Must be a licensed engineer.
• Preferably 1-5 years of experience as a Project Planner.
• Willing to work in Manila