Material Planner

Inteva Products; Bluffton (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Inteva Products is seeking candidates for a position focused on managing supplier schedules, maintaining inventory, and ensuring safety protocols in Bluffton, Indiana. Candidates must be hands-on and able to work a flexible schedule while possessing strong communication and problem-solving skills.

The ideal candidate will have prior manufacturing and logistics experience, as well as familiarity with ERP systems. Inteva is committed to innovation and quality in automotive supply.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Excellent problem solving skills.
• Must be a hands-on person, willing to work on the manufacturing floor as needed.

Responsibilities

• Meet all plant safety goals, policies, and procedures.
• Monitor daily supplier schedules and develop recovery plans if needed.
• Work with engineering and material analyst on engineering changes.
• Maintain accurate inventory balances.
• Communicate and manage part break points with manufacturing.
• Assist with warehouse management and purchase parts inventory levels.
• Manage MRP system setup for supplier orders.
• Work with suppliers and internal logistics to develop transportation plans.

Skills

Proficient computer skills

Good oral and written communication skills

Ability to work in a team environment

Excellent problem solving skills

Flexible schedule

Manufacturing floor hands-on work

Job description

Responsibilities

• Meet all plant safety goals, policies, and procedures
• Monitor daily supplier schedules and develop recovery plans if needed
• Work with engineering and material analyst on engineering changes
• Maintain accurate inventory balances
• Communicate and manage part break points with manufacturing
• Assist with warehouse management, purchase parts inventory levels and storage
• Understand material replenishment systems relative to purchase parts availability
• Manage MRP system set up for supplier orders
• Work with suppliers and internal logistics to develop transportation plans
• Monitor freight costs to budget
• Monitor material storage areas for proper 5S
• Support, review, and update department procedures
• Execute and support cycle counts
• Support Dock Clerk with material receipts and OS&D issues
• Ensure system Process Routings set up for new product launches
• Complete other special assignments

Position Requirements

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule
• Proficient computer skills
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Excellent problem solving skills
• Must be a hands‑on person, willing to work on the manufacturing floor as needed

Preferred

• Prior manufacturing plant experience
• Prior material scheduling experience using ERP system
• Prior logistics experience
• Material packaging experience

Req Number PUR‑26‑00013

About the Organization

Inteva Products is a leading global automotive supplier providing innovative, reliable, environmentally friendly products that enhance vehicle quality, safety and performance. Inteva has global resources for design, engineering, manufacturing and customer service for Interiors, Latches, Door Systems, Motors & Electronics, Overhead Systems, and Hard Trim. Formed in 2008, the tier‑one supplier is focused on achieving sustained global growth, providing excellent customer service, and driving innovation. Inteva was founded on innovative solutions and the use of applied technology to drive value‑based solutions. The company employs 12,000 people in over 35 sites and maintains its World Headquarters in Troy, Michigan USA. For more information, visit www.intevaproducts.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

• Positions are open to qualified candidates who have work authorization for the listed locations. All candidates must have the on‑going legal right to work within the country where the position is located.
• The application process functions best when applicants use a laptop or desktop.