Component Planner

Niterra North America, Inc.; Sissonville (WV); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Short-term and long-term disability coverage

401(k) plan with up to 6% company match

Generous paid time off

Paid maternity and paternity leave

Job summary

Niterra North America, Inc. is seeking a Component Planner in Sissonville, West Virginia. This role involves developing order plans, forecasts, and schedules to ensure timely delivery of products from suppliers. The ideal candidate must possess strong organizational skills and proficiency in MRP systems and Microsoft Excel. Responsibilities include monitoring stock levels, generating purchase requisitions, preparing inventory tracking spreadsheets, and supporting collaborative inventory management efforts. The company offers a generous benefits package, including a 401(k) plan and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• MS Office experience required, with emphasis on Excel.
• Able to learn and navigate the current MRP system.
• Excellent organizational skills with multitasking ability.

Responsibilities

• Develop order plans and schedules for product delivery.
• Communicate completed plans to team members.
• Generate purchase requisitions for suppliers.
• Prepare inventory tracking and forecasting spreadsheets.

Skills

Organizational skills

Proficiency in MRP systems

Microsoft Excel

Professional communication skills

Basic accounting knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Summary

The Component Planner is responsible for developing order plans, forecasts, and schedules to ensure timely delivery of product from suppliers to Niterra-WV. This role involves generating purchase requisitions, monitoring component stock levels, preparing inventory tracking and forecasting spreadsheets, and collaborating across Niterra locations to support inventory management and operational goals. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, proficiency in MRP systems and Microsoft Excel, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop order plans, forecasts, and schedules (if applicable) for delivery of product from supplier to Niterra-WV.
• Communicate completed plans to WV and Wixom personnel and supplier as applicable.
• Generate purchase requisitions for suppliers utilizing the current MRP system.
• Evaluate part status and report part shortages weekly on the developed spreadsheet form or SIR.
• Prepare inventory tracking and forecasting spreadsheets, review customer orders and forecasts, and compare weekly to actual shipments and report status.
• Create and review combined releases for increases, decreases, or abnormalities.
• Interface with all Niterra teams at all locations as it applies to processes.
• Monitor component stock levels and expedite or delay as needs dictate and based on current inventory and demand to meet daily requirements.
• Maintain plant and annual order requirements, three-year plans, and monthly forecasts as applicable.
• Assist and implement changes to allow for improved inventory management.
• Maintain various purchasing files and assist in document and records preparation.
• Support company and department goals and business objectives.
• Coordinate special projects as assigned by management.
• Develop IATF procedures or work instructions as it relates to the job function.
• Overtime and/or travel as required.
• Complete other duties as assigned or requested by Japan, if applicable.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures which include IATF, ISO, TISAX, ISMS, and Safety related policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• MS Office experience required, with an emphasis on Excel.
• Professional oral and written communication skills.
• Able to learn, understand, and navigate the current MRP system.
• Basic accounting knowledge.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize duties.
• Highly tactful and diplomatic with the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Able to operate office machines, equipment, and a company vehicle.
• Able to adapt to changing needs in a fast-paced environment.
• Capable of coping with stressful situations.
• Combination of post-secondary education and/or previous associated work experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Able to see and hear (correctable).
• Able to communicate verbally.
• Able to use a computer keyboard.
• Able to sit for extended periods of time.
• Normal office hazards.

What We Offer

• Financial Security: Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with a generous company match of up to 6%.
• Time Off: Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Work-Life Balance: Paid maternity and paternity leave.
• And much more!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Niterra is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.