Material Manager- LP Material Planner

Hyundai MOBIS North America Electrified Powertrain, LLC

Richmond Hill (GA)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 85,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Hyundai MOBIS North America Electrified Powertrain, LLC is seeking a Material Management professional to oversee comprehensive material control, including purchasing, customs clearance, inventory management and logistics. In the company's early stage, this role will help establish operating standards and systems for new projects, ensuring materials are available at the right cost and quality.

The position requires coordinating with multiple departments, managing resources, and engaging

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in facilities management or building maintenance.
Demonstrated supervisory experience with strong leadership skills.
Knowledge of SAP PP/MM/SD modules and MES experience.
Bilingual Korean preferred for CKD parts.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary contact for supplier supply chain issues.
Monitor MRP, supply chain status, shortages, and daily requirement changes.
Maintain SAP Master Data, scheduling agreements, and inventory data.
Track material usage and inventory levels to ensure proper stock levels.
Manage customs clearance and related import documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Microsoft Office Suite

Korean bilingual

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent industry-specific experience

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP (PP/MM/SD modules)

MES

Job description

Summary

Material management is responsible for comprehensive material control, including material purchasing, customs clearance, inventory management and logistics. During the early stage of company establishment, the Material management will contribute significantly to the establishment of MOBIS North America electrified powertrain LLC. Various operating standards and systems will be modified and renewed for new projects based on the previous versions. After establishment, Material management will be responsible for ensuring that materials are available when needed, at the right cost and quality. Material management will play a key role in coordinating with other departments and teams, managing resources, and ensuring that all stakeholders are informed and engaged throughout the material management process.

Summary

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

(To perform within this position successfully, the incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned.)

Serve as the primary contact for supplier supply chain issues.

Monitor MRP, supply chain status, shortages, and daily requirement changes.

Maintain EDI processes and execute contingency plans for supply disruptions.

Support trial builds and issue accurate POs; maintain SAP Material Master Data, scheduling agreements, and inventory data.

Track and analyze material usage, inventory levels, engineering changes, and part requirements to ensure proper stock levels.

Provide suppliers with requirements and inventory updates; communicate EC, delivery, and payment issues.

Monitor SAP transactions (GR/GI/backlog), pricing changes, invoices, and packing slips.

Maintain material indexes, document material movement, and process monthly supplier verifications and claims.

Reduce obsolete inventory and ensure system accuracy between SAP and physical stock.

Manage consumption tracking and supplier portal content; support SAP improvement initiatives with IT.

Process OS&D items, handle damaged parts, and ensure proper disposal.

Customs Clearance

Act as the primary liaison with Customs and duty authorities.

Monitor import clearance, changes in trade policy, and respond to audits or broker issues.

Develop contingency plans for customs delays; enter duty slips in SAP and manage duty budgets.

Oversee broker relationships, bidding, HS-code accuracy, import documentation, and duty-reduction initiatives.

Track containers from port to plant; manage detention and demurrage.

Establish C-TPAT/FTZ processes if needed.

Maintain all import-related records and perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Yes

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Required Education & Experience

High school diploma or equivalent required

Minimum of 3 years of experience in facilities management or building maintenance

Demonstrated supervisory experience with strong leadership skills

Solid understanding of building systems and maintenance procedures

Knowledge of safety regulations and compliance standards

Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities

Flexibility to work varied hours and respond to emergency situations

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree or equivalent industry-specific experience required

2 years (or 8 years for manager) of experience in Just in Time management field in Automotive industry (material purchasing, customs clearance, inventory management)