Materials Planning & Lean Lead (Relocation Available)

Eaton

Sumter (SC)

On-site

USD 97,000 - 143,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Eaton's ES AMER ARS division is seeking a Materials Supervisor in Sumter, SC to ensure the supply chain team has information and materials to maximize customer service. Relocation assistance is offered for eligible U.S. candidates.

The role demands Lean procurement planning and strong ERP/MRP capability, with a focus on inventory control, supplier performance, and continual process improvement. Eligible for a variable incentive program, with a general guideline salary range provided.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution or high school diploma with 5 years experience in Materials Planning or Supply Chain Management.
Minimum 2 years of experience in Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations, or a related field.
Eaton will not sponsor immigration for this position.
Bachelor's degree in business or administrations an accredited institution
1+ year experience managing people and/or project teams.
Experience with MRP/ERP systems.
Experience with Eaton systems: Vista, Bid Manager, Panelboard Allocation System, Plant Order Manager, Mentor, OMS and AS400.
Previous experience in manufacturing management or operational excellence
Lean Manufacturing background
Comprehensive skills with entire MS Office Package
Extensive Infor (or similar ERP system) planning expertise

Responsibilities

Drive Materials improvements internally through Lean processes to enhance reliability and delivery of goods sold, inventory accuracy, and item analysis.
Monitor purchased part inventory transactions, to seek improvement.
Obtain information from SIOP for material planning and forecasting purposes.
Evaluate effectiveness of existing procedures and/or activities performed within the Supply Chain functions to recommend areas of improvement.
Proficient in ERP procurement planning system, supplemented by Lean methodology.
Analyze ERP reports for execution; Maintain planning parameters in MAPICs.
Adheres to standard processes for the department as established by site leadership and/or divisional strategies.
Owns buyer's performance like PO Placement, Managing expedite/de-expedite, Inventory, shortages, premium freight's, Invoice resolution, Past Due reduction etc.,
Improve automated processes to maximize the flow of information and material in support of plant manufacturing goals
Provide coaching, motivation, and counseling to employees to encourage optimum performance and continued skill development. Effectively plan and manage the organization and utilization of people, technology and materials to achieve continuous improvement in departmental performance.