Materials Planner

Gunnebo Entrance Control; Duncan (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security solutions provider is seeking a Material Planner in Duncan, South Carolina. You will manage materials, support the assembly team, and work with suppliers. The ideal candidate has experience in material planning and MRP systems, with strong communication and teamwork skills. This is a full-time position offering a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Buyer/Planner role with knowledge of BOM processing is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Experience in a manufacturing/assembly environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the assembly team with part availability status.
• Manage the inventory in the MRP system.
• Work with suppliers to determine delivery dates.

Skills

MRP systems knowledge

Communication skills

Technical drawing interpretation

Team player

Education

High school diploma

2- or 4-year degree in Business/Supply Chain

Tools

Dynamics 365

Job description

Overview

We are currently seeking a Material Planner with experience in MRP systems (Dynamics 365 desired) and working knowledge of BOM's and production planning. The candidate will work within the Supply Chain department with focus on Material's Management, Purchasing, Expediting, Assembly Support and Process Control. The ideal candidate will work directly with the Value Stream Planner and Plant Manager on managing raw material for production orders and expediting inbound materials as required for the successful delivery of products to our customers.

This is a permanent, full time position based out of our plant in Duncan.

Responsibilities

• Support the assembly team with part availability status. Possess an unwavering mindset where your view the assemblers as your customers
• Check, monitor and manage component availability for assembly production
• Work with suppliers to determine delivery dates as necessary (both domestic and International) with an emphasis to expedite orders as required
• Manage the inventory in the MRP system, including working with the Shipping/Receiving department as necessary
• Support the Plant Manager in the scouting process of new suppliers to build up the domestic supply chain as required

Requirements

• Previous experience in a Buyer/Planner role, with knowledge of Bill of Material processing a plus
• Experience with MRP systems especially with Purchasing and Warehousing modules
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Advanced computer skills and experience
• Strong Verbal and Written communication as required for expediting and order purchasing
• Technical drawing interpretation is a plus
• Knowledge of Supply Chain Terminology
• Experience in a manufacturing/assembly environment
• High school diploma required. 2- or 4-year degree in a Business/Supply Chain curriculum is a plus
• The ideal candidate has 2+ years of experience in the role in similar fields. Will be a dynamic person, with a self-starter and can-do attitude
• Dynamic personality, ready to move from one task to others following priorities and needs
• Being a Team Player and willing to deal with different departments in order to ensure Customer's needs are understood and fulfilled

About us

The Gunnebo Group is a global leader in security, offering innovative products and services to protect and control the flow of people, and to safely secure valuables. Through our businesses and customers in retail, public transport, public and commercial buildings, industrial and high-risk sites and banking, we operate worldwide through our 3,400 employees, 25 country locations and 10 production facilities. Serving customers in over 100 markets, together we create a safer world.

Gunnebo Entrance Control specialises in entrance control solutions that enable our customers with increased efficiency, safety and end-user experience. Our wide range of products are designed to create a safe environment without restricting freedom of movement, whether it is to enter the lobby of a company, a supermarket, an entertainment area, an industrial area or public transport. We shape the future of people flow management.

Diversity Statement

Gunnebo Entrance Control is an equal opportunity employer. We know that great minds don\'t think alike, and it takes all kinds of minds to make our products so unique. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and employment decisions are made without regards to race, colour, religion, origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or any other dimension of diversity.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting