Materials Specialist

MS0059 GE Medical Systems Information Technologies, Inc.; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 58,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

GE HealthCare is seeking a Material Planner in the United States (El Paso, TX) to ensure uninterrupted material supply for production and sales. The role owns ordering, availability, scheduling, and inventory accuracy, while partnering with suppliers to optimize packaging and min/max planning.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree with 2 years of material or production scheduling experience, strong computer skills, and bilingual proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 2 years material experience or production scheduling.
• Computer proficiency required.
• Bilingual ability is required.

Responsibilities

• Own material ordering, availability, and scheduling targeting 2-week inventory levels.
• Ensure systemic accuracy of inventory.
• Reschedule materials for expedites and inventory control.
• Investigate and resolve daily shortages.
• Coordinate with suppliers on packaging needs and min/max planning.
• Conduct daily floor/receiving dock walks to resolve issues.
• Support lean activities and continuous improvement.

Skills

Bilingual

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain/operations or related field

Tools

Oracle ERP

MRP systems

Job description

Job Description Summary Ensure an uninterrupted supply of materials to support production and sales. Work to resolve Materials issues while achieving and maintaining inventory business metrics.

Key responsibilities/essential functions include:

Overall ownership of material ordering, availability, and scheduling targeting 2-week inventory levels, at a minimum Oracle expert Ensure systemic accuracy of inventory Rescheduling materials for pull ins (expedites) and push outs (for inventory control) Daily Shortage root cause investigation and resolution Partner closely with suppliers focusing on: Packaging needs, min/max planning. PCNs, as they relate to old/existing parts, materials replenishment planning, root-cause problem solving, Conduct daily walks on the floor and the receiving dock to investigate and resolve material issues Support material transfers, supplier reviews w/Sourcing Field Modification Instruction, as appropriate - ordering material, formulating schedules Supplier visits, as needed - internal and external Manage Phase In / Phase Out (NPI) to minimize obsolete material Provide supply analysis data and recommendations as necessary Assist in cycle count efforts as determined Support tool development for prediction of material issues Support all lean activities, initiatives, and action workouts

Quality Expectations:

Complete all planned Quality & Compliance training within the defined deadlines Identify and report any quality or compliance concerns and take immediate corrective action as required

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree & 2 years of material experience or production scheduling Computer proficiency Bilingual

Preferred Qualifications:

APICS Certification Oracle knowledge and experience Six Sigma Green Belt Working knowledge of MRP Excellent Interpersonal Skills Strong problem-solving skills

We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening. Additional Information GE HealthCare offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.

GE HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE HealthCare will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). While GE HealthCare does not currently require U.S. employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, some GE HealthCare customers have vaccination mandates that may apply to certain GE HealthCare employees. Relocation Assistance Provided: No At GE HealthCare, we see possibilities through innovation. We’re partnering with our customers to fulfill healthcare’s greatest potential through groundbreaking medical technology, intelligent devices, and care solutions. Better tools enabling better patient care. Together, we are not only building a healthier future but living our purpose to create a world where healthcare has no limits.