Materials Planner

Dometic; Pompano Beach (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k) with company match

Paid maternity/paternity leave

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Dometic is looking for a passionate Materials Planner to join our Marine organization in Pompano Beach, FL. This role involves purchasing materials, maintaining inventory levels, and ensuring quality standards are met. If you have at least 3 years of experience in purchasing and a Bachelor's Degree, we want to see your application!

Join us in a dynamic environment that fosters growth and innovation. Enjoy benefits like medical insurance, 401(k) matching, and paid leave. Dometic is an equal opportunity employer, seeking diverse talents.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of MRP processes and systems.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, and draw valid conclusions.

Responsibilities

• Purchase direct and indirect materials in a timely manner.
• Maintain inventory levels according to business plans.
• Review MRP messages daily and place vendor orders as needed.
• Ensure quality of purchased materials meets specifications.
• Participate in Material Review Board activities.

Skills

Strong sense of urgency

Excellent interpersonal skills

Analytical abilities

Problem-solving skills

Decision-making abilities

Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

APICS Certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

AS400

Job description

Dometic is a global market leader in the mobile living industry. Millions of people around the world use Dometic products in outdoor, residential, and professional applications.

Our Marine organization is a trusted provider of innovative solutions for the worldwide boating and boat building industry, and we recently expanded our scope to lead the boating industry into an electrified future. Dometic has won numerous NMMA Innovation Awards over the years and we are always striving for new ways to make boating easier, safer, and more enjoyable.

We are on a journey of continuous growth – now looking for our next star – a passionate Materials Planner. This position reports to the Materials Manager and will work in the Pompano Beach, FL facility.

About the Position

As a Materials Planner of the Pompano Beach team, you will be responsible for the purchase of direct and indirect materials in a timely and economic fashion.

Your Main Responsibilities

• Review MRP messages daily and place or reschedule vendor orders as required in order to meet production schedule dates
• Ensure all teams have materials on hand required to meet customer demands in a profitable manner
• Maintain inventory levels according to our business plan
• Ensure the quality of purchased materials meets Engineering specifications
• Maintain a professional day‑to‑day business relationship with suppliers
• Adhere to all ISO Procedures and Work Instructions
• Follow up on information received from sales, engineering, marketing, and operations to support product transition/addition
• Assist manufacturing in executing the physical inventory process
• Interact with Engineering, Operations, Scheduling, Quality, and other departments that require material coordination
• Participate in Material Review Board (MRB) activities to disposition non‑conforming components
• Participate, as needed, in program review and new product introduction meetings
• Provide timely input to management regarding problems such as shortages and design changes
• Suggest and investigate cost‑saving initiatives
• Work to resolve issues impacting timely payments to suppliers
• Use available tools to monitor supplier performance and request corrective actions when required
• Perform other related duties as required

What do we offer?

You are offered an interesting role in a dynamic, fast paced and global environment with great opportunities to grow and take on new challenges. The growth at Dometic is continuous – which gives you great possibilities to evolve with the company.

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Disability insurance (STD/LTD)
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO
• Company defined holidays and two floating holidays for you to use as you choose
• Paid maternity/paternity leave
• Tuition assistance
• Membership reimbursement (wholesale club and gym)
• Employee discounts on our incredible products
• Opportunities to make an impact

Suitable background and qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree is preferred; APICS Certification is beneficial
• Minimum 3 years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong sense of urgency
• Good verbal, written, communication, and interpersonal skills requiring the ability to resolve conflicting interests and obtain cooperation
• Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Strong understanding of MRP; AS400 experience is preferred
• Product knowledge and HVAC experience a plus
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions

Key skills, competencies & characteristics

• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making abilities.
• Computer skills include but are not limited to Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and HRIS and the ability to learn other applications quickly.
• A high degree of confidentiality, integrity, ethics, and sound judgment.
• Well‑developed organizational skills with the ability to prioritize a variety of tasks.
• Strong communication skills, both in person and in writing.

Dometic's Core Values

To thrive and succeed in this role, you understand the importance of our core values – Together We build our future, We play to win, We embrace change and We walk the talk; these values reflect the heart and soul of Dometic and they define what it takes to work here and how we do things.

Are you our next star?

Then we would love to see your application.

Dometic is passionate about building together an inclusive and equitable working environment, that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that diversity enables us to thrive across our differences. Be yourself and join us!

Dometic is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Dometic evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.