Assistant - Material Analyst

SMS Infocomm; Grapevine (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

SMS Infocomm in Grapevine, Texas, is seeking a Material Planner Assistant to create and track manufacturer orders, prioritize customer backorders, and validate invoices. The candidate will have at least a bachelor’s degree in business or supply chain management and two years of relevant experience.

This role involves working closely with both the warehouse and other teams to facilitate efficient operations within a dynamic environment. Candidates must possess strong analytical skills and proficiency in using ERP systems and MS Office Suite.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or supply chain management is required.
• Minimum of two years of related experience in manufacturing operations.
• Proficiency in analyzing large amounts of data and using ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Create and track manufacturer orders based on requests.
• Review and validate invoices before they reach the Finance department.
• Work with teams to resolve discrepancies.

Skills

Data analysis

Relationship building

Independence

Supply chain knowledge

Team orientation

ERP systems

Analytical skills

MS Office Suite

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration or supply chain management

Tools

ERP systems

MS Office Suite

Job description

Summary

Material Planner Assistant responsibilities include creating and tracking manufacturer orders based on material planner/analyst requests. The position works with the warehouse team to prioritize and complete escalated customer backorders, and to review and resolve invoice discrepancies before payment is scheduled.

Description

Material Planner Assistant responsibilities include creating and tracking manufacturer orders based on material planner/analyst requests. The position works with the warehouse team to prioritize and complete escalated customer backorders, and to review and resolve invoice discrepancies before payment is scheduled.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Daily Responsibilities – 90% of job.

• Create manufacturer orders and transfer tickets for each manufacturing operation needed to produce the product.
• Meet with Production Control to determine the proper sequencing/priority of manufacturing operations.
• Review and validate invoices from vendors before bringing them to Finance department.
• Work with Buying team to resolve discrepancies on PO/SO/Invoices.

Warehouse Efficiencies – 5% of job.

• Builds and maintains a positive work environment supported by open feedback and two‑way communication at all levels.
• Keeps warehouse organized and clean at all times.

Team Building/Leadership – 5% of job.

• Responsible for maintaining a positive work environment while supporting the company’s culture.
• Responsible for fostering a healthy and safe work environment, focusing on the well‑being of all associates.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or supply chain management.
• Minimum of two years of related experience in manufacturing operations, SIOP, sourcing and material management.

Essential Skills

• Ability to work with and analyze large amounts of data.
• Ability to establish positive working relationships with internal customers.
• Willingness to take direction and work independently.
• Clear success in delivery, supply, and materials management solutions with demonstrated results.
• End‑to‑end supply chain knowledge.
• Ability to work in a cross‑functional, team‑oriented environment.
• Experience using ERP and forecasting systems.
• Self‑motivational skills, strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Access, and PowerPoint).
• Ability to clearly organize and categorize work priorities to complete tasks.
• Critical analysis and complex problem‑solving skills.

Competencies

• Shows determination to achieve excellent results.
• Finds better ways.
• Demands top performance.
• Inspires commitment.

Working Conditions

Must tolerate moderate to high noise levels in a warehouse environment. Working conditions include office and outside environmental conditions, hot in the summer, cold in the winter. Individuals may need to walk for an extended period, lift objects up to 25 pounds, reach overhead, bend or stoop below the waist, and perform repetitive wrist, hand, or finger movements.

SMS InfoComm Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Diversity and Inclusion are the foundation of our culture.