Material Planner

New Flyer; Shepherdsville (KY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

401K matching

Paid holidays

On-the-job training

Career advancement

Job summary

New Flyer in Shepherdsville, KY is seeking a Material Planner to boost the efficiency of the materials department. You will coordinate planning activities to ensure material availability for production, reduce excess inventory, and drive continuous improvement within the team.

The role requires experience in materials planning, strong analytical skills, proficiency with MRP systems, and good communication. Schedule is Monday-Thursday, 5am-3:30pm with starting pay of $26.13 per hour.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in materials planning or related field.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
• Proficiency in Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Familiarity with ISO procedures and continuous improvement methodologies.
• A degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate materials to point of use by requirement date.
• Maintain inventory accuracy in designated area and reject requirements.
• Manage materials requirements planning (MRP) and monitor orders daily.
• Support continuous improvement and deployment of policies and tools.
• Monitor materials measurements and ensure tasks are completed.
• Provide excellent internal customer service with cross-functional collaboration.
• Assist manufacturing leadership on day-to-day tasks within area.
• Maintain a safe work environment and follow safety policies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Lean principles

ISO knowledge

Education

Degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

MRP systems

Job description

Work Schedule: Monday to Thursday, 5am-3:30pm Starting pay: $26.13 hr New Flyer is North America’s heavy-duty transit bus leader, providing sustainable mobility solutions through transit buses, technology, and infrastructure. New Flyer is a subsidiary of NFI Group, a leading independent bus and coach manufacturer and a leader in electric mass mobility solutions. Building on its 90+ year legacy of innovation, New Flyer is the only manufacturer offering all three types of zero-emission transit buses, with over 1,900 zero-emission buses delivered to date. Proudly serving all 25 of the largest transit agencies in North America, New Flyer actively supports over 35,000 heavy-duty transit buses currently operated by approximately 500 agencies

Position Summary: As a Material Planner at New Flyer, you will play a vital role in enhancing the efficiency of our materials department. This position involves coordinating material planning activities to ensure that materials are available for production, reducing excess inventory, and driving continuous improvement within the team.

Requirements WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Coordination for processing materials to point of use (POU) location by requirement date
• Responsible for maintaining accuracy of inventory in your designated area and accuracy of reject requirements
• Responsible for materials requirements planning (MRP); work with MRP messages and monitor daily order action summary (OAS)
• Drive continuous improvement and assist with the development, communication and deployment of policies, guidelines and tools to ensure success in all processes
• Monitor, measure and meet all materials measurements
• Provide excellent customer service to internal customers by working with other key areas to ensure daily completion of vital tasks
• Assist manufacturing leadership on day-to-day tasks within designated area
• Maintain a safe work environment; adhere to all safety policies, procedures and processes

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Proven experience in materials planning or a related field
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions
• Proficiency in Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Experience with lean manufacturing principles is a plus
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Capability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Familiarity with ISO procedures and continuous improvement methodologies
• A degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred

Benefits WHY JOIN US:

• Be a part of a team leading the world’s electrification of mass mobility
• Competitive Wages and comprehensive benefit package with Immediate benefit eligibility
• Paid holidays and vacation
• 401K with generous company match
• Passionate about creating a better product, a better workplace, and a better world
• Inclusive workplace culture that values and empowers team members
• On-the-job training in a continuous learning environment (we’ve invested 10.9 million in 2023)
• Advancement opportunities within our family of companies

OUR WHY:

We exist to move people. Our mission is to design, deliver, and support market-leading bus and motor coach solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable.

NFI Group | We Move People – YouTube

Leveraging 450 years of combined experience, NFI is leading the electrification of mass mobility around the world. With zero-emission buses and coaches, infrastructure, and technology, NFI meets today’s urban demands for scalable smart mobility solutions. Together, NFI is enabling more livable cities through connected, clean, and sustainable transportation. News and information is available at www.nfigroup.com, www.newflyer.com, www.mcicoach.com, nfi.parts, www.alexander-dennis.com, arbocsv.com, and carfaircomposites.com.

New Flyer is an EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Vets Employer. Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment process, at the candidates’ request