Launch Material Planner

ICONMA

  • Casa Grande, AZ
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Our Client, an EV Manufacturing company, is looking for a Launch Material Planner for their Casa Grande, AZ location.Responsibilities:
  • Coordinate and track upcoming engineering changes for effective dates between internal stakeholders and Material planning team.
  • Analysis of BOMs/MBOMs and coordination with NPI to ensure accurate SAP information to drive proper demand.
  • Work closely with the supplier base to ensure On-Time, In-Full (OTIF) performance.
  • Create and align implementation timelines to review and report material readiness of new part numbers for upcoming programs/models.
  • Participate and evaluation of Launch processes for new models to ensure proper implementation.
  • Closely works with MM (Material Master) to implement effectivity dates, SAP settings.
  • Coordinates with Supply Chain, NPI, PLM, GSM, Planning, Operations, as well as Finance, Packaging Engineers, Mfg. Engineers, Marketing, Service, Sales and Programs to communicate changes effectively throughout the business segment and operations.
  • Planning Launch phases with Vehicle Program Management and Supply chain to review suppliers lead times with Material planners.
  • Provides necessary information and communicate material data changes throughout the organization in atimely manner.
  • Drive timely and accurate project updates and Launch/new programs timelines, using expertise to solve potential issues or delays, through escalation process.
  • Manage other projects or assignments as needed.
  • Drive continuous improvements and optimization to meet KPI metrics.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s Degree and 3-5 years of related experience in an automotive or manufacturing environment for Logistics, Material planning or supply chain, with a minimum of 2 years in project management role.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Previous launch experience, preferably in a high production capacity environment.
  • Strong data analysis skills, particularly advanced Excel proficiency.
  • Strong project management skills to coordinate timelines and cross-functional dependencies.
  • Detail-oriented mindset to ensure accuracy in BOM tracking.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Excel and Microsoft Office.
  • Strong MRP/ERP knowledge (manufacturing, BOM, Logistics) SAP knowledge preferred.
  • Experience in New Product Introduction, Product Lifecycle Management and BOM and Supply Chain operations.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to evaluate and analyze data to present clear recommendations to leadership.
  • Exceptional ability to interface and collaborate effectively with individuals, groups, and suppliers.
  • Preferred experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Smartsheet) to interpret and present data
Why Should You Apply?
  • Excellent growth and advancement opportunities
As an equal opportunity employer, ICONMA provides an employment environment that supports and encourages the abilities of all persons without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or express, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability status, political affiliation, genetics, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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