Material Coordinator Operations A Shift

Flex; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Flex is a diversified manufacturing partner in Salt Lake City seeking an Inventory Planner to help ensure material availability and production flow. You will monitor inventory, resolve discrepancies, and partner with production, warehouse, and planning teams.

The role emphasizes data analysis in Excel and BAAN, continuous improvement of inventory processes, and accurate record keeping. Flex offers an inclusive environment and opportunities to grow within manufacturing operations.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating and expediting material flow according to production schedules.
• Proficiency in analyzing inventory aging and discrepancies.
• Ability to review material transactions for accuracy and accountability.
• Experience with inventory planning and replenishment processes.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies with the Inventory Control team.
• Monitor and analyze WIP aging and identify excess material within production areas.
• Coordinate the movement of materials between warehouse and production departments.
• Review production requirements and material availability to ensure uninterrupted production flow.
• Maintain accurate material inventory records, location tracking, and production-related data.
• Create, update, and analyze reports using Excel, BAAN, and other system tools.
• Work cross-functionally with production, warehouse, and inventory teams to resolve material issues and improve inventory accuracy.

Skills

Inventory control

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Excel

Tools

BAAN ERP

Material planning software

Job description

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment.

What a typical day looks like:

• Investigate and support resolution of inventory discrepancies in partnership with the Inventory Control team.
• Monitor and analyze WIP (Work in Process) inventory aging and identify excess material within production areas.
• Coordinate the movement of materials, parts, and assemblies between warehouse and production departments.
• Review production requirements and material availability to ensure uninterrupted production flow.
• Maintain accurate material inventory records, location tracking, and production-related data.
• Create, update, and analyze reports using Excel, BAAN, and other system tools.
• Work cross-functionally with production, warehouse, and inventory teams to resolve material issues and improve inventory accuracy.

The experience we’re looking to add to our team

• Coordinate and expedite the flow of materials according to production schedules and business priorities.
• Support inventory control activities by researching discrepancies and identifying root causes.
• Review material transactions and inventory records to ensure accuracy and accountability.
• Monitor excess, obsolete, and aging inventory and drive corrective actions when necessary.
• Analyze material shortages and communicate risks that may impact production schedules.
• Assist with material planning, replenishment, and distribution activities across operational areas.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to inventory management and material flow.

Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email [e-mail] and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).