Launch Material Planner – Automotive Supply Chain Lead

Csod; Tupelo (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Grammer is seeking a Launch Material Planner to join our Tupelo, MS location. The ideal candidate will thrive in a team environment and contribute to lasting positive changes in our planning group.

The role requires automotive industry exposure, knowledge of imports/exports, SAP proficiency, and strong supplier negotiation skills. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential to ensure on-time product launches and efficient logistics.

Qualifications

• Experience in the automotive industry is required or highly preferred.
• Knowledge of imports/exports, customs law, NAFTA, and transportation market.
• Experience negotiating with suppliers.
• Leadership and ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to develop and manage internal and external relationships.
• Proficient in Excel.

Responsibilities

• Maintain direct contact with the customer to meet logistics requirements and organize information.
• Check customer demand against line capacity to identify risks relative to the delivery plan.
• Manage supply of materials and supplies.
• Collaborate with planners, traffic and import logistics, and finance to quote the logistics chain for a new product.
• Monitor imports of raw materials from supplier to plant.
• Quote and negotiate better rates with national and international transportation providers.

Skills

Automotive industry experience

Imports/exports knowledge

Supplier negotiation

Leadership

Relationship management

Excel

Education

Degree in Supply Chain or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

Grammer is seeking a Launch Material Planner to join our Tupelo, MS location. The ideal candidate will thrive in a team environment and contribute to lasting positive changes in our planning group.

The role requires automotive industry exposure, knowledge of imports/exports, SAP proficiency, and strong supplier negotiation skills. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential to ensure on-time product launches and efficient logistics.