Material Planner, Kohler Home Energy
Kohler
- Hattiesburg, MS
- $59,250-74,050 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Place and maintain orders for on-time delivery for materials under MRP planning. Take action to expedite and de-expedite parts and raw materials as well as make adjustment actions based on any capacity restrictions or load constraints. Advise status of part flow to due dates or of delays.
- Build trust by working in partnership with manufacturing, suppliers, and buyers to reduce lead times and minimum order quantities.
- Follow-up as required with all teams to expedite flow of materials and documents to meet production schedule and customer expectation.
- Focus on the end customer by improving business and supply chain processes.
- Drive continuous improvements for smaller more frequent deliveries, just in time.
- Maintain and control SAP master data to assure individual component data integrity.
- Investigate and resolve blocked invoices due to quantity related issues.
- Proactively work with stockroom associates to address suspected inventory accuracy issues.
- Perform other related assignments as directed.
- Create return purchase orders as necessary for claim returns by obtaining RMA's, and preparing return shipment documents.
- Perform other related assignments as directed.
- Ensures adherence to applicable product compliance requirements including but not limited to the Clean Air Act, California Code of Regulations and California Health and Safety Code.
- Minimum 3 years' experience in materials planning and scheduling in a manufacturing or purchasing environment.
- Experience in inventory management, ERP (SAP Preferred) /MRP and Kanban systems
- Demonstrated continuous improvement, mathematical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft products
- Individual must possess strong characteristics in initiative, attitude, assertiveness and sense of urgency
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Associate's Degree in Business/Operations Management or related field preferred
On November 6, Kohler Co. announced the strategic decision to establish Kohler Energy as a separate, independent business with Platinum Equity as the majority investment partner. Kohler will continue to stay invested in the Energy business following the closing and remains committed to supporting the acceleration of long-term growth strategies for both organizations. Talent and operational transition plans are underway, and Kohler Co. and Platinum Equity expect the agreement to close in the first half of 2024.Thank you for your interest in joining our growing team as we embark on the next phase of growth!About UsBeyond the competitive benefits and compensation, Kohler proudly offers a rich history, steeped in creativity and a commitment to our associates and communities. We invite you to learn more about our culture and company at .It is Kohler's policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified personnel in all job classifications without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.We invite you to learn more about equal employment opportunity by reviewing the Federal and the .