Material Replenishment Specialist

John Deere GmbH & Co. KG; Thibodaux (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits with company con-

401K and Defined Contribution

Adoption assistance

Employee Assistance Programs

Tuition assistance

Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms

Charitable contribution match

Employee Purchase Plan & discounts

Job summary

John Deere is seeking a Material Replenishment Specialist to manage replenishment strategies at product-line and factory levels in Thibodaux, LA. You will use SAP MRP to ensure timely delivery to lines, optimize packaging, and improve part presentation while reducing inventory costs.

Responsibilities include developing material-flow strategies, collaborating with Manufacturing Engineering and Supply Management, and supporting CI, Kaizen, and Smart Connected Factory initiatives.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in Material Flow, Factory Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, or Supply Management.
• Strong process execution and relationship-building skills.
• Effective communication and independent problem-solving.
• Root-cause analysis capability.
• Experience building reports, analytics products, or dashboards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain material replenishment strategies at product-line and factory levels.
• Use SAP MRP to deliver materials to production lines on time, to correct use locations, and in proper packaging.
• Analyze replenishment strategies to improve part presentation and reduce inventory and handling costs.
• Develop and execute material-flow strategies.
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering and Supply Management on replenishment design.
• Manage systematic changes for PDP-to-OFP transitions and line-rate changes.
• Support CI, Kaizen, MLCR, and material-flow process improvements.
• Support Smart Connected Factory initiatives.
• Develop methods, controls, and analytics to improve manufacturing operations

Skills

Material Flow

Factory Operations

Manufacturing Engineering

Supply Management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Management, Supply Management, Engineering/Technology

Tools

SAP MRP

Tableau

SQL

Power BI

Job description

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Location: Thibodaux, Louisiana, US, 70301

There are over 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more... many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber and infrastructure for our rapidly growing world is what we're all about at John Deere. And it's why we're investing in our people and our technology like never before! Here the world's brightest minds are tackling the world's biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, we'll put you to work. RIGHT NOW.

John Deere is an equal opportunity employer, including disabled & veterans.

Primary Location: United States (US)- Louisiana- Thibodaux
Function: Operations (CA)
Title: Material Replenishment Specialist-123826
Onsite/Remote:Onsite Position

Your Responsibilities

As a Material Replenishmnt Specialist for JD Thibodauxlocated in Thibodaux , LA, you will:

• Develop and maintain material replenishment strategies at product-line and factory levels.
• Use SAP MRP to deliver materials to production lines on time, to correct use locations, and in proper packaging.
• Analyze replenishment strategies to improve part presentation and reduce inventory and handling costs.
• Develop and execute material-flow strategies.
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering and Supply Management on replenishment design.
• Manage systematic changes for PDP-to-OFP transitions and line-rate changes.
• Support CI, Kaizen, MLCR, and material-flow process improvements.
• Support Smart Connected Factory initiatives.
• Develop methods, controls, and analytics to improve manufacturing operations

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position

What Skills You Need

• 2 or more years in Material Flow, Factory Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, or Supply Management.
• Strong process execution and relationship-building skills.
• Effective communication and independent problem-solving.
• Root-cause analysis capability.
• Experience building reports, analytics products, or dashboards.

What Makes You Stand Out

• Experience with Tableau, SQL, Power BI, or similar tools.
• Project management or process-change leadership experience.
• Understanding of BMRs, setback days, and Bills of Material.

Education

Ideally, you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:

• Bachelor's degree in:Business/Management,Supply Management,Engineering/Technology

What You'll Get

At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment. Here, you'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive reward package to help you get started on your new career path, including:

• Highly competitive base pay
• Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution)
• Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account
• Adoption assistance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Tuition assistance
• Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations
• Charitable contribution match
• Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use

Must be 18 years of age or older to apply

The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications required of individuals performing the job. The qualifications detailed in this job description are not considered the minimum requirements necessary to perform the job, but rather as guidelines.

The terms of the applicable benefit plans, and all company actions administering or interpreting these plans, continue to control. Deere & Company reserves the right to suspend, amend, modify, or terminate the Plan(s) in any manner at any time, including the right to modify or eliminate any cost-sharing between the company and participants. Changes, which can be made at any time, are made by action of the company's board of directors, or to the extent authorized by resolution of its board of directors, or by the Deere & Company Compensation Committee. In the event of a conflict between the language of the official Plan Documents and this document, the language of the official Plan Documents will control.

John Deere Health Benefit Plans for Salaried Employees and The John Deere Benefit Plan for Wage Employees comply with applicable Federal civil rights laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

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