Production Control & Materials Planning Lead

Adient; Clanton (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Adient in Clanton, Alabama, seeks aMaterials Planning Manager to lead production control activities, develop master schedules, and optimize buffer stock to ensure timely material delivery.

The role requires robust ERP/MRP expertise, strong planning skills, and a track record in inventory and logistics management, with leadership capabilities to guide teams in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must have formal ERP/MRP experience.
• Experience in planning, scheduling, and demand management.
• Knowledge of logistics, inventory control, and MRP.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• University degree or equivalent education/experience.
• Minimum 6 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Provides effective leadership with salaried and hourly personnel in daily production control activities.
• Plan and create level production plans; distribute the Master Schedule based on demand.
• Develop and monitor buffer stock levels.
• Balance buffer stock size and planning periods to optimize value streams.
• Monitor inventory records for accurate perpetual inventory.
• Drive continuous improvement and cost reductions.
• Coordinate with plant management, suppliers and customers on material issues.
• Track and drive KPIs related to Production Control and Freight Cost.
• Support new product launches to assure timely material delivery.

Skills

ERP/MRP systems

Planning

Inventory management

Logistics

Leadership

Communication

Education

University degree

Job description

Adient in Clanton, Alabama, seeks aMaterials Planning Manager to lead production control activities, develop master schedules, and optimize buffer stock to ensure timely material delivery.

The role requires robust ERP/MRP expertise, strong planning skills, and a track record in inventory and logistics management, with leadership capabilities to guide teams in a fast-paced environment.