Materials Coordinator

IKG USA LLC; Georgia; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

IKG USA LLC seeks an Inventory/Materials Planner to coordinate ERP-based material estimates with Engineering and Production. You will oversee material usage, procurement, and reporting to support on-time manufacturing.

Requirements include MRP experience, inventory control skills, and strong communication with suppliers and internal teams. A high school diploma is required; a bachelor’s degree is preferred, with 3–5 years of related experience.

Qualifications

• MRP environment experience is required.
• Inventory control and material flow knowledge.
• Ability to work with vendors and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Monitor all inventory transactions and material usage.
• Monitor materials through manufacturing processes.
• Improve procedures to ensure accurate material issuance to projects and orders.
• Conduct semi-annual physical inventory counts and cycle counts.
• Coordinate material transfers and supplier communications.

Skills

MRP systems

Inventory control

Vendor communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

MS Office

Education

High School diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Description

Overview:

IKG is the leading manufacturer of bar grating for a variety of industries: including industrial, architectural, government, safety and more. Since 1902, IKG has maintained its’ position by having a dedication towards quality materials, improving technologies, and providing exceptional customer service. You will part of an experienced team working closely with the customer, helping ensure all projects are a success. From inquiry to installation, IKG prides itself in Forging Partnerships and creating products that with stand the test of time.

Summary:

Responsible for coordination of estimated materials as defined by Engineering and Production departments in the ERP system to the actual physical material usage.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor all inventory transactions including internal manufacturing consumption, external material purchases, and subcontracting costs.
• Monitor materials as they are processed through the various manufacturing processes.
• Monitor existing procedures and introduces new procedures to ensure materials are correctly issued to projects and customer orders.
• Initiate and manage inventory cycle counts to verify inventory accuracy thresholds.
• Organize, plan, and lead semi-annual plant wide inventory event.
• Monitor material returns, inter-plant transfers, and other production related inventory transactions.
• Coordinate with Production department to ensure accurate and timely production reporting.
• Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.
• Responsible for Material Requisitions
• Responsible for purchasing for manufacturing related Supplies
• Responsible for Coordinating Material transfers and information with external suppliers

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS

• High School education required. Four-year degree from an accredited college or university degree is preferred.
• 3 - 5 years of experience in a MRP based environment with direct inventory counting and/or reconciliation responsibilities In the ERP system.
• Knowledge of production, material control, and manufacturing processes,
• Knowledge of material procurement procedures, and awareness of marketplace conditions.
• Must have excellent written, oral communications, administrative, and data entry skills
• Must have excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Must have ability to work both within a team, and as a facilitator among several different teams.
• Must be a highly effective communicator with vendors, co-workers, management, and customers.
• Microsoft office Proficient
• Ability to apply concepts of basic math and algebra

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.

“IKG is an EEO/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender orientation; genetic traits, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.”