Material Planner: Drive Flow, Savings & Collaboration

Haier US Appliance Solutions, Inc.; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Appliances, a Haier company, is seeking a Material Planner in Decatur, AL to ensure reliable material flow and support uninterrupted production. You will manage supplier portfolios, optimize inventory, collaborate with production, quality and engineering teams, and drive cost savings.

Ideal candidates have a engineering or business background, proven material planning experience, and Six Sigma knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (IE, ME, EE) or Business Administration, or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in material planning or controls.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• High energy, proactive problem-solver with customer focus.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Six Sigma certification and experience with process improvements.
• Background in a unionized manufacturing environment.
• Supplier management expertise and proficiency with materials-specific software.
• Advanced computer skills, including ERP systems, Access Database, and Excel.
• Exceptional project management and planning abilities.

Responsibilities

• Optimize Material Flow: Manage supplier portfolios to maintain product availability, achieve schedules, and eliminate disruptions.
• Enhance Production Efficiency: Schedule product service production and address material flow challenges swiftly.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with production, quality, and engineering teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Resolve Supplier Issues: Develop strategies to mitigate supply disruptions and strengthen supplier relationships.
• Champion Inventory Management: Ensure accurate inventory records and implement solutions to reduce surplus or deficits.
• Drive Continuous Improvement: Deliver inventory reductions and cost-saving measures through innovative material planning and supplier engagement.
• Support Plant Productivity: Lead initiatives to cut costs, improve transportation logistics, and maximize resource utilization.
• Standardize Operations: Develop and implement best practices for material flow processes.

Skills

Material planning

Leadership & communication

Problem solving

Prioritization

Six Sigma

Supplier management

ERP/Access/Excel

Project management

Background in unionized manufacturing

Engineering or Business background

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business Administration

Tools

ERP systems

Access Database

Excel

Job description

GE Appliances, a Haier company, is seeking a Material Planner in Decatur, AL to ensure reliable material flow and support uninterrupted production. You will manage supplier portfolios, optimize inventory, collaborate with production, quality and engineering teams, and drive cost savings.

Ideal candidates have a engineering or business background, proven material planning experience, and Six Sigma knowledge.