Material Planner

Hitachi Energy; Al Ahsa Governorate; On-site; SAR 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in technology, Hitachi Energy is seeking a Material Planner to ensure timely availability of materials for production. This role involves managing inventory levels, coordinating with suppliers, and implementing process improvements. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant degree and at least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with strong skills in production management tools and ERP systems. Join a team dedicated to advancing a sustainable energy future.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in production planning.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English is required.
• Strong understanding of production processes and capacity planning.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory levels to avoid overstock or shortages.
• Coordinate with suppliers for tracking orders and deliveries.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Process Improvement

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in production management, supply chain, industrial engineering, or related field

Tools

Production management tools

ERP systems

Job description

The opportunity

The Material Planner is responsible for ensuring that materials required for production are available in a timely manner, maintaining optimal inventory levels while supporting production efficiency. The planner will coordinate with production planners and the supply chain team to align material requirements with production schedules. This role involves managing daily tasks, resolving material-related issues, and optimizing processes to ensure smooth material flow and achievement of production targets.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Manage and maintain inventory levels, ensuring materials are available for production without causing overstock or shortages.
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to track purchase orders, deliveries, and forecasted material requirements.
• Participate in bi-weekly meetings with key suppliers and the SCM team to address supply chain or material concerns.
• Follow up on missed milestones and escalate delays as necessary.
• Review and report on missed milestones, coordinating with relevant departments (PM, ENG, SCM, FFs) to ensure alignment and accountability.
• Identify and implement process improvements to reduce material shortages, delays, and inefficiencies.
• Analyze material flow and production schedules to identify bottlenecks and develop strategies to address them.
• Maintain compliance with 5S principles and promote a culture of continuous improvement within the material planning team.
• Uphold Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, taking responsibility for your actions and caring for colleagues and the business.

Your background

• A bachelor’s degree in production management, supply chain, industrial engineering, or a related field is preferred; relevant experience or a diploma may also be considered.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or a related role within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with production management tools and ERP systems is essential for effective planning and scheduling.
• Strong understanding of production processes, factory load management, and capacity planning.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, supply chain, and production teams.
• Proficiency in both spoken and written English is required.

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader advancing a sustainable energy future. We serve customers across utility, industry, and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services. We pioneer technologies and enable digital transformation to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future.

We employ around 45,000 people in 90 countries, working with purpose and valuing diverse backgrounds to challenge the status quo. Join us and be part of a global team that believes: Diversity + Collaboration = Great Innovation.