Operations Planning & Inventory Coordinator

Kinder Morgan, Inc.; Geismar (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinder Morgan is seeking an inventory planner to develop strategies based on production and shipping schedules at the Geismar facility. You will plan, monitor, and track all production and shipping activities to meet targets.

Key duties include reviewing SAP data for accuracy, generating weekly production/shipping schedules, and preparing KPI reports. You will collaborate with teams to ensure timely material flow and inventory integrity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 3+ years equivalent work experience.
• Must be able to create reports using Internet, Email, Microsoft Programs (Word/Excel/PowerPoint) and SAP.
• Previous experience with SAP.

Responsibilities

• Meet monthly inventory targets by reviewing at risk inventory (blocked, expiring, failed), and safety stock.
• Plan and prioritize operations to ensure maximum performance and minimal delays.
• Responsible for reviewing data in SAP to ensure data integrity.
• Develop and presentation of production/shipping schedules on a weekly basis by planning.
• Maintains integrity and validity of business systems by ensuring appropriate use of planning tools in SAP.
• Assist in monthly inventory reconciliations and be able to identify and resolve discrepancies in inventory.
• Determine manpower, equipment and raw materials required to cover product demand.
• Prepare and submit status/performance reports (Key Performance Indicators).

Skills

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

Data interpretation

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree or 3+ years equivalent experience

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Lawson

Job description

What We Are Looking For

This position will be responsible for developing inventory strategies based on production and shipping schedules in a dynamic work environment. Responsible for efficiently planning, monitoring and tracking all production and shipping activities at the facility.

What You Will Do

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Meet monthly inventory targets by reviewing at risk inventory (blocked, expiring, failed), and safety stock. Work with
• Plan and prioritize operations to ensure maximum performance and minimal delays.
• Responsible for reviewing data in SAP to ensure data integrity.
• Responsible for the development and presentation of production/shipping schedules on a weekly basis by planning,
• Maintains integrity and validity of business systems by ensuring appropriate use of planning tools in SAP.
• Assist in monthly inventory reconciliations and be able to identify and resolve discrepancies in inventory.
• Determine manpower, equipment and raw materials required to cover product demand.
• Prepare and submit status/performance reports (Key Performance Indicators).
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Need

Minimum requirements:

Education

• Bachelor's degree or 3+ years equivalent work experience.

Experience / Specific Knowledge

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license, and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers.
• Must be able to work with a team, take direction from supervisor ion, adhere to required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.
• Must be able to create reports using the Internet, Email, Microsoft Programs (Word/Excel/PowerPoint) and SAP.
• Previous experience with SAP

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations

• Ability to obtain a TWIC (Transportation Workers Identification Credential).

Competencies, Skills, And Abilities

• Must have basic math skills. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure.
• Must have ability to read and comprehend simple instructions. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Must be willing to perform warehouse and office work.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to reach, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl.

Working Conditions

• Must be willing and able to work in a corporate office and field environment.
• Must be willing and able to carry a cell phone and respond as needed.
• Extended periods of sitting may be required for administrative activities.

Supervisory Responsibility

• None

Preferred Education, Experience, Certifications, Competencies, Skills, And Abilities

• Previous experience in a bulk handling facility.
• Previous experience with a database or inventory control system. (Ex. Lawson)

Other Responsibilities

• Other duties as assigned.

Why Join Kinder Morgan

Kinder Morgan is a large energy infrastructure company operating in North America. Access to reliable, affordable energy is a critical component for improving lives around the world. We are committed to providing energy transportation and storage services in a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible manner for the benefit of the people, communities, and businesses we serve.

Kinder Morgan provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, family status, status as an individual authorized to work in the U.S., or any other status protected by law.

For more information about Kinder Morgan, our culture, opportunities available, and to join our Talent Community, please visit our careers site at www.kindermorgan.com.