Materials Planner - Lean Inventory and ERP Focus

Voltava; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with employer 


Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off and holidays

Wellness programs

Job summary

Voltava is seeking a Materials Planner to manage material planning and inventory, ensuring materials are available for production, launches, and engineering changes. You will monitor supplier commitments, address shortages, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain efficient material flow.

You will analyze BOMs, changes, and planning data in QAD and MS Excel to drive informed decisions, while contributing to continuous improvement in supply chain performance.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in materials planning or related field.
• Strong understanding of materials planning, inventory control, production scheduling and supply chain processes.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, including QAD or similar.
• Experience with Kanban and lean replenishment systems.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and MS Office skills.
• Knowledge of BOMs and engineering changes.

Responsibilities

• Manage material planning and inventory activities to ensure materials are available for production, launches, and changes.
• Monitor inventory levels and supplier commitments, addressing shortages and risks.
• Collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional teams to maintain efficient material flow.
• Analyze BOMs, engineering changes, and data in ERP to support planning decisions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Multi-project management

Inventory control

Forecasting

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

QAD ERP

Excel

MS Office

Job description

Voltava is seeking a Materials Planner to manage material planning and inventory, ensuring materials are available for production, launches, and engineering changes. You will monitor supplier commitments, address shortages, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain efficient material flow.

You will analyze BOMs, changes, and planning data in QAD and MS Excel to drive informed decisions, while contributing to continuous improvement in supply chain performance.