Materials Planner

Baker Hughes; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Materials Planner to join their dynamic team. In this role, you'll be at the forefront of planning and scheduling material needs for production, collaborating with various departments to ensure operational excellence. With a focus on continuous improvement, you'll analyze data, lead initiatives, and drive efficiency in processes. This is an exciting opportunity to advance your career in a global energy technology company that values innovation and employee development. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative environment, this role is for you.

Benefits

Private medical care

Life insurance

Financial programs

Education assistance

Parental leave

Mental health resources

Dependent care

Voluntary benefits

401k participation

Work-life balance policies

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in materials planning within manufacturing.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work across all levels.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule material needs for production.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure operational needs are met.
• Analyze process data to identify root causes and implement improvements.

Skills

Materials Planning

Data Analysis

Interpersonal Skills

ERP Systems

Education

Degree in relevant field

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

ERP Software

Job description

Materials Planner

Are you an experienced Materials Planner looking for a new opportunity?

Would you like the opportunity to further develop your career with a global energy technology company?

Join our Baker Hughes IET Manufacturing Team!

Baker Hughes has developed a comprehensive portfolio of systems and products to deliver optimal energy & subsea solutions. We consistently deliver solutions that meet or exceed demanding requirements.

Partner with the best

As a Materials Planner, you will plan and schedule material needs for Heavy Duty Gas Tech Services Modules according to production schedules. You will collaborate with Operations, Technical, and Engineering leaders to ensure standards and organizational needs are met. You will also lead planning support initiatives and develop an operational yearly plan, suggesting improvements in products, processes, and procedures.

Responsibilities include:

1. Establishing job induction plans based on resources and workload to meet Customer Want Date (CWD) and ensure stable operations.
2. Responding to planning queries, collecting, analyzing, and recording job progress data.
3. Analyzing process data to demonstrate process capability, identify root causes of deviations, and implement corrective actions.
4. Working with the Forecasting & Planning (F&P) team to ensure projected volumes align with shop plans.
5. Conducting daily production meetings, sharing minutes, following up on actions, and attending repair reviews to update on jobs.
6. Updating ERP systems with job order statuses and ensuring accurate reflection of job progress.
7. Negotiating amendments to proposed completion dates with customers.
8. Collaborating with engineering on spare ordering processes and with operations to optimize machinery utilization, ensuring jobs are completed within budget hours and cycle times.
9. Ensuring availability of necessary consumables/spares for each job in collaboration with the material/operations team.

Desired qualifications:

• A degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED) and 3+ years of experience in materials planning within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills, inclusive working style, and ability to interface effectively across all organizational levels and with customers.

Work arrangements:

Flexible working options include:

• Monday-Friday, 7 am - 4 pm
• Onsite position

About us:

We prioritize employee development, engagement, and authenticity. We invest in health and well-being, training, and leadership development to bring out the best in our team.

Benefits include:

• Work-life balance policies and well-being activities
• Private medical care, life insurance, and safety programs
• Financial programs, education assistance, parental leave, mental health resources, dependent care, and voluntary benefits
• Participation in company-sponsored benefit programs, including health & welfare and the Thrift Plan (401k)
• Comprehensive benefits package detailed here, with additional compensation opportunities such as bonuses.

About us:

We are a global energy technology company committed to safer, cleaner, and more efficient energy solutions. Operating in over 120 countries, we leverage a century of experience and innovative technologies to advance energy progress.

Join us:

If you want to make a difference in a company that values innovation and progress, join our team and help us take energy forward.

Baker Hughes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.