Overseas Parts & Inventory Planner

AISIN World Corp. of America; Cibolo (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AISIN Texas, a leading automotive supplier, seeks an Overseas Parts Buyer to support production control and logistics by managing inventory, coordinating with overseas suppliers, and tracking shipments to ensure material availability and on-time delivery. You will work with cross-functional teams to optimize warehouse utilization, monitor lead times, and maintain accurate records.

A bachelor’s degree in supply chain or related field is preferred, with experience in production planning or

Qualifications

• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams, suppliers, brokers, and external warehouse partners.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues, evaluate possible solutions, and take appropriate action.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when reviewing reports and maintaining inventory records.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong follow-up skills with the ability to track open items through completion.
• Ability to work independently while also supporting team and department goals.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory for approximately 300 production parts to support customer demand, maintain target inventory levels, and reduce excess stock.
• Analyze daily logistics reports, external warehouse reports, in-transit shipments, supplier lead times, and production plans to determine parts ordering needs.
• Place and monitor orders with overseas suppliers to ensure production parts arrive on time.
• Track container shipments and develop simulations to identify possible delays, shortages, and expedite requirements.
• Coordinate with customs brokers, suppliers, external warehouses, and internal teams to support import/export activity and production readiness.
• Prepare export documentation for the return of empty totes overseas in accordance with legal and customs requirements.
• Maintain accurate inventory records by reviewing inbound and outbound activity from external warehouse reports.
• Support engineering and schedule changes by communicating with suppliers and tracking affected parts from shipment through production use.
• Work closely with Quality to help ensure good parts are available and delivered to production.
• Coordinate packaging change activity, including verification and cross-functional meetings prior to implementation.
• Submit insurance claims for damaged materials or shipments as needed.
• Complete required documentation for scrap disposal and related inventory activity.

Skills

Excel

MS Office

Communication

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Follow-up

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

3+ years experience in Production Planning/Management

Job description

AISIN Texas, a leading automotive supplier, seeks an Overseas Parts Buyer to support production control and logistics by managing inventory, coordinating with overseas suppliers, and tracking shipments to ensure material availability and on-time delivery. You will work with cross-functional teams to optimize warehouse utilization, monitor lead times, and maintain accurate records.

A bachelor’s degree in supply chain or related field is preferred, with experience in production planning or