Launch Material Planner

GRAMMER Americas; Shannon (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

GRAMMER Americas is seeking a Launch Material Planner for their Tupelo, MS location. This role involves managing logistics, customer communication, and materials supply to optimize delivery plans. Ideal candidates will have experience in the automotive industry and proven negotiation skills. Benefits include medical coverage, 401(k) matching, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) match

Developmental opportunities

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of previous experience as planner.
• Knowledge of imports, exports, customs law, and NAFTA.
• Experience working with automotive customers.

Responsibilities

• Maintain direct contact with customers and organize logistics.
• Check customer demand against the line capacity.
• Manage supply of materials and negotiate rates.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Computer Skills

Education

Degree in Supply Chain or related field

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

GRAMMER is specialized in developing and manufacturing components and systems for car interiors as well as driver and passenger seats for off-road vehicles, trucks, buses, and trains. As a global partner to the vehicle manufacturing industry, we are represented around the world by our two divisions, Automotive and Commercial Vehicles. Our employees are constantly engaged in developing and producing innovative, flexible solutions to meet challenges in today’s competitive global market. GRAMMER can be found on four continents with more than 50 production, distribution, and logistics sites in 20 countries. GRAMMER is a leading North American full service automotive supplier of highly engineered thermoplastic components and

assemblies for interiors and air and fluid management systems.

Culture:

Here at GRAMMER, we foster a culture that embraces our Grammer CODE: Collaborate in an inclusive environment, Openness in communication and ideas, Drive for results with energy and empower yourself and others by taking ownership of decisions and actions.

What we are looking for:

Grammer is looking for a Launch Material Planner to join our location in Tupelo, MS. The ideal candidate will enjoy working in a team environment. This individual will have an opportunity to make lasting and positive changes in our team!

Primary Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

• Maintain direct contact with the customer to meet the requirements and specifications of the logistics, organize the information and expose those involved.
• Check the customer’s demand against the capacity of the line to determine possible risks in compliance with the delivery plan.
• Manage supply of materials and supplies
• Work together with the planners, traffic and import logistics, finance, to quote the logistics chain of a new product.
• Follow the imports of raw material, from the supplier to the plant.
• Quote and negotiate better rates with national and international transportation providers.

Qualifications Desired:

• Experience in automotive industry.
• Knowledge of imports, exports, customs law, NAFTA, and transportation market.
• Knowledge of SAP system.
• Experience negotiating with suppliers of goods and services.
• Leadership and the ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to develop and manage internal and external relationships.
• Computer skills and experience utilizing excel.
• Degree preferred, ideally in Supply Chain or related field.
• 2-4 years of previous experience as planner
• Experience working with automotive customers
• Experience with launching new product lines

What we can provide:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401(k) match
• Robust EAP services
• Developmental opportunities
• Much more!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing and Supply Chain

• Industries

  Motor Vehicle Manufacturing, Manufacturing, and Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

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