Position Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the planning, coordination and maintenance of inventory levels.
• Accountable for the execution and analysis of Materials Requirement Planning.
• Coordination of raw material delivery schedules
• Conduct inventory variance analysis to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Identify and implement system and process improvements within the supply chain to enable overall business process improvement.
• Further develop existing forecast and supply programs to improve current days of inventory.
• Improve forecasting tools and procedures through application of innovative ideas and projects.
• Analyze inventory levels and product demands to determine reorder levels and safety stocks that will ensure product availability and minimize inventory costs.

Skills and Abilities:

• Proven experience with complex planning, forecasting and product lifecycle programs. 
• Proven people skills required, must have ability to work with others while effectively handling internal pressures. 
• Excellent Communication Skills (written and verbal)

Qualifications:

• Minimum 1yr experience in production scheduling or raw material purchasing
• Manufacturing experience in a non-union, manufacturing environment (preferably automotive).
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Excel and Outlook.
• Exceptional leadership, negotiation, communication, problem solving, and interpersonal skills.

Work Environment:

• Primarily office environment.  May be required to walk in plant frequently.