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Material Planner

3 - 8 years

8 - 12 Lacs

Posted:1 day ago| Platform: Foundit logo

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Job Type

Full Time

Job Description

Materials Planner

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute material planning strategies

    based on production schedules, customer forecasts, and inventory levels.
  • Coordinate with suppliers

    to ensure the on-time delivery of raw materials and components.
  • Monitor and optimize inventory levels

    to maintain continuity in production while minimizing excess stock.
  • Analyze material requirements

    using MRP systems (SAP/Oracle/QAD or equivalent).
  • Drive material readiness

    for engineering changes, new product introductions, and line-side availability.
  • Collaborate with purchasing, production, and logistics teams

    to proactively resolve material shortages or delays.
  • Support cost-saving initiatives

    through better material utilization and continuous supplier performance improvements.
  • Prepare and present reports

    on material status, shortages, and key planning metrics to relevant stakeholders.
  • Ensure compliance

    with company policies, quality standards, and automotive industry regulations (e.g., IATF 16949).

Skills

  • Strong knowledge of

    MRP systems

    (SAP, QAD, Oracle, or similar).
  • Familiarity with

    lean manufacturing, JIT (Just-In-Time), Kanban

    , and other supply chain best practices.
  • Excellent

    communication and stakeholder coordination skills

    .
  • Problem-solving mindset

    with a data-driven approach.
  • Ability to

    thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure production environment

    .
  • APICS / CPIM certification

    or equivalent is a plus.
  • Exposure to

    import/export documentation and global sourcing practices

    is preferred.
  • Hands-on experience with

    digital supply chain tools or analytics platforms

    is desirable.

Qualifications

  • Education:

    Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field.
  • Experience:

    experience in

    materials planning within an Automotive Tier 1 or Tier 2 manufacturing setup

    .

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