Material Planning and Control Specialist

Textron Inc.; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Kautex, a Textron company, is seeking a Material Planning and Control Specialist to manage SAP-driven material planning, production scheduling, and inventory control for US-based operations in Michigan. You will coordinate supplier shipments, monitor demand, and ensure alignment with production plans and customer commitments.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, data-driven decision making, and adherence to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or supply chain discipline is required.
• Strong understanding of logistic processes and trends.
• Experience with SAP is preferred.
• 1 year of automotive supply chain or equivalent experience.
• Good presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage production scheduling and create production plans considering capacity and materials.
• Coordinate component planning through SAP MRP modules.
• Monitor customer demand, forecast calls, and respond to schedule deviations.
• Maintain target inventory levels and escalate OT if needed.
• Ensure compliance with ISO/TS standards and safety requirements.
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to meet on-time delivery.

Skills

Logistics processes understanding

SAP experience

Automotive supply chain awareness

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or supply chain relevant discipline

Tools

SAP

Job description

Material Planning and Control Specialist

Description

Kautex is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment-based non-immigrant and immigrant visas. However, as a global company, Kautex offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website www.textronjobs.com.

Kautex is a global company with over 30 plants in 13 countries. As a leading Tier One automotive supplier, we are a pioneer in the design and manufacturing of plastic fuel systems and beyond. From battery enclosures for use in hybrid and full battery electric vehicle applications to autonomous cleaning systems, we are advancing solutions for the era of new mobility. Our portfolio also covers high-quality industrial packaging and cast camshafts. Embracing the transformative venture, Kautex is part of a network of global businesses, offering some of the most advanced technologies and services the world has ever seen.

We foster career growth, drive groundbreaking talent programs, and champion equal opportunities and sustainability in our business practices and products. By working together as one team and supporting one another, amazing things happen. We push the boundaries of what’s possible, soar to new heights and reach for the extraordinary, being recognized by prestigious awards such as Fair Company, Great place to work (Silao), MINT minded company, or Ecovadis Platinum. We can`t wait getting to know you and share more about our values and local benefits.

What awaits you:

• Customer Management

• Customer Interface - Primary contact for customers

• Understanding customer forecast/call-offs/JIS processing

• Monitor customer demand and understand large fluctuations

• Adherence to all customer requirements and portal management

• Customer scorecard management

• Engineering change co-ordination

• Production scheduling

• Create production schedule considering man/machine/material

• Maintain target inventory levels

• Escalate any deviations to schedule / additional OT required

• Incorporate engineering changes into production schedule

• Component planning through SAP MRP software

• SAP parameter setup and maintenance (lead time, safety stock, etc)

• Distribution of supplier shipment requirements based on SAP demands

• Component inventory level management

• Management of obsolete parts

• BOM creation and maintenance

• Component follow up

• Supplier follow up to ensure shipments made to schedule

• Carrier follow up to ensure delivery made to schedule

• Development of recovery plans to overcome supply / demand issues

• Setting up and follow up of expedited freight

• Monitoring receiving of components

• Issuing of BCAQs for supplier issues

• Inventory accuracy monitoring and corrective actions

• Performs other related duties, as assigned.

• Comply with all OSHA standards and Textron health & safety standards.

• Comply with all ISO 14001 standards, all TS 16949 standards, and all IATF 16949 standards.

Qualifications

What you'll need to succeed:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or supply chain relevant discipline.

• Deep understanding of logistic processes and trends and coherences.

• Experience with SAP preferred.

• 1 year of automotive supply chain/materials management experience, or 3 years of comparable experience in another industry

• Good presentation skills

Benefits

Drive your own success story through technical and leadership development

Diverse global team with opportunities for cross-functional experiences

A competitive compensation and benefits package including:

• Worldwide development opportunities

• Excellent working conditions

AI Readiness:

Textron expects employees to use AI-enabled tools responsibly and effectively. Candidates should be comfortable learning and applying these tools, evaluating AI-generated output with sound judgment, and using AI in line with company policy and ethical standards. Prior experience with specific tools is not required — we value curiosity, adaptability, and good judgment.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Preference given to Veterans of the U. S. Armed Forces.

Recruiting Company: Kautex

Primary Location: US-Michigan-Troy

Job Function: Supply Chain

Schedule: Full-time

Job Level: Individual Contributor

Job Type: Standard

Shift: First Shift

Travel: No