Material Planning Specialist I

Freeport McMoRan Inc.; Morenci (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts on insurance

Career progression

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan Inc. is seeking a Material Planning Specialist I for Morenci, AZ, to oversee collaborative planning, supplier coordination and master data management in a 24/7 open-pit copper operation.

The role emphasizes stock optimization, vendor communication, and data-driven decision making to meet maintenance and operations needs. Competitive pay with on-site housing options and strong benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in related field required (see alternatives).
• Experience in supply chain, accounting, or engineering preferred.
• Strong communication and data organization skills required.

Responsibilities

• Proactively compile, monitor and manage Collaborative Planning reports to ensure stock levels and address shortages.
• Expedite urgent customer requirements from maintenance, planning and operations to GSC Shared Services.
• Obtain quotes from key suppliers and monitor performance; interview vendors for price, availability and delivery.
• Collaborate with customer departments to ensure needs are understood and met; address defects with QA as needed.
• Analyze data for root-cause inventory issues and advise on corrective actions; review bid proposals.
• Manage master data changes and purchasing records; approve payments within authority.
• Ensure adherence to GAAP, SEC laws, company policies and internal controls.

Skills

Public speaking

Data organization

Vendor communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Accounting, Engineering, or related field

High School Diploma/GED + 4 years related experience

Tools

MS Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

SAP

Job description

Why You Should Apply For This Job

At Freeport-McMoRan, we are committed to providing an employment package that recognizes excellence, encourages safe production and a culture supported by our core values. Here, you’ll find a collaborative environment where safety is a top priority, all opinions are valued, and people are empowered to grow in their career.

Where You Will Work

Located approximately 50 miles northeast of Safford, Arizona on U.S. Highway 191, Morenci operations (an open-pit copper mining complex) has been in continuous operation since 1939. The operation consists of two concentrators, crushed- ore leach pad and stacking system, a low-grade run-of-mine (ROM) leaching system; four SX plants; and three EW tank houses that produce copper cathode. Morenci is a unique company town where our employees and their families can reconnect with nature through hiking, fishing, camping, hunting and numerous parks. The company offers several amenities, including company housing OR employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $750 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines, a newly constructed daycare and community center, library, health-care facilities, state-of-the-art fitness centers, a movie theater and a skate park. Our dedicated Parks and Recreation Division plans activities for people of all ages, making sure there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Visit the Morenci town website to learn more.

Title: Material Planning Specialist I
Requisition ID: 146725
Location: Morenci, AZ, US, 85540
Category: Supply Chain

What You Will Do

• Responsible for proactively compiling, monitoring and managing Collaborative Planning report to ensure adequate stocking levels / recognize shortages and deficiencies, in support of customers in maintenance, planning and operations. Receive and review a wide variety of requisitions. May support one or more specialized areas requiring an increased depth of knowledge.
• Responsible for communicating/expediting urgent customer requirements from maintenance, planning and operations to GSC Shared Services and working in the GSC Shared Services Model.
• Obtain quotes from key suppliers using parts information from customers in maintenance, planning and operations, monitor supplier performance, and lead supplier evaluations. Interview vendors to obtain information concerning product/service, price, availability and delivery date.
• Collaborate with assigned customer departments in maintenance, planning and operations to ensure needs are understood, documented, validated and requirements are met. Discuss defects with quality control/inspection personnel to determine source of defect and initiate corrective action.
• Analyzes data to perform root cause analysis on issues that impact inventory performance and initiate appropriate corrective actions. Review bid proposals from vendors and recommend or enter into contracts within limits of delegated authority.
• Communicate master data changes and additions (MARS) to appropriate groups such as BOM, equipment and material master data on behalf of customers in maintenance, planning and operations. Maintain records of purchased items, cost, delivery, performance and inventory and approve bills for payments within limits of delegated authority.
• Ensure adherence to General Accounting Principles (GAAP), financial laws (SEC), Company policies, internal controls (SOX) and Principles of Business Conduct (PBC) etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Bring To Freeport

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Accounting, Engineering, or a related field, OR
• High School Diploma/GED and four (4) years of experience in Supply Chain, Business, Accounting, Engineering, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Skilled in Microsoft Applications, Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with SAP
• Comfortable with public speaking and presenting data to large groups.
• Organizing data and communicating with vendors/suppliers.

What We Offer You

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently$65,000-$90,000. This range reflects base salary only and does not include bonus payments, benefits or retirement contributions. Actual base pay is determined by experience, qualifications, skills and other job-related factors. This role is eligible for additional discretionary and incentive payment considerations based on company and individual performance. More details will be shared during the hiring process.

• Employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $750 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines
• Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match
• Paid time off, paid sick time, holiday pay, parental leave
• Tuition assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted insurance plans for pet, auto, home and vehicle
• Internal progression opportunities
• Learn more about our competitive and comprehensive benefits package!

What We Require

• Candidates may be required to pass a medical exam.
• Candidates must pass all required training and/or testing.
• Employees may be required to work a non-standard schedule, which may include shift work (other than day shift) at a 24/7, 365-day operation.
• Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going drug and alcohol testing, as allowed by applicable laws.

Nearest Major Market: Safford

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