Material Planner
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Job Description
Req ID:491263
At Alstom we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains metros monorails and trams to turnkey systems services infrastructure signalling and digital mobility we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.
The material planner will manage inventories for Alstom projects and 3rd party sales if applicable to support sales activities. Some planning may be required for production/refurbishment departments. Work closely with Warehouse Managers/Supervisors Purchasing and Sourcing to plan and implement Min Max levels as required by the project. Provide resolution and execution to key shortage issues. Management of Slow Excess and Obsolete materials reduction project. Assist Manager with off site projects relating to Inventory cycle counting warehouse capacity set-up and other various reports or special projects.
To manage the projects or 3rd party sales inventory to insure no stock out occurs for the customer and to minimize inventory including excess and slow moving stock.
AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:
- Plan and manage inventory to achieve the projects or company targets. Execute Service Supply Chain business goals with supporting metrics such as on-time delivery inventory accuracy and material line accuracy.
- Plan and manage inventory for production departments. Complete parts planning analysis and manage inventory for multiple site locations & 3rd party subcontract suppliers providing repair services.
- Interact with Customer Service Purchasing Sales Warehouse Operations Engineering to accomplish scheduling of inventories to support projects production and 3rd party sales.
- Interact with forecast or demand planning to ensure inventory planning is based on the most current and accurate forecast. Forecast demand for refurbished parts and components needed to support production and field service requirements.
- Provide resolution and execution to key shortage issues.
- Ability to prepare and analyze the short and long-range capacity plans.
- Manage the Inventory reduction project for slow excess and obsolete materials.
- Provide end of life product analysis and forecasts utilizing historical analysis trend data and product failure rates to establish future component demand requirements.
- Perform SAP material part maintenance to ensure MRP integrity.
- Supports other departments (i.e. Customer Service Operations Materials Engineering Safety Purchasing etc.)
- Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
- Support off-site requirements relating to ALSTOM Transport.
- Other special projects assigned by Manager.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None
CONTACTS: All Alstom sites Management. Purchasing Engineering Sourcing Sales Customer Service and Finance
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
High School Diploma or GED
- SAP Microsoft Office excel word
- Must have Personal computer skills Word /Excel.
- (2) Experienced in SAP software activities.
- Good Phone skills. Good written/verbal communication and math skills.
- Must manage multiple tasks simultaneously
KNOWLEDGE SPECIFICATIONS:
- A thorough knowledge of managing inventory service levels & supply performance.
- A thorough knowledge of current Acela program support processes & related SAP functions.
- Productivity and results focused with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
- Self-starter with the ability to work independently under minimal supervision.
- Excellent time management and follow through with attention to detail.
- Quality oriented with a focus on exceeding customer expectations.
- Knowledge and utilization of root cause analysis and corrective and preventative actions.
- Ability to identify establish and drive continuous improvements.
- Organization/scheduling planning analyzing skills
- Domestic and International shipment requirements with Government Agencies and our Company policies.
- Problem solving skills
- Good written/verbal communication skills
- Confidentiality reasoning language multi-tasking scheduling follow-through decision-making.
- A flexible and professional manner.
PHYSCIAL DEMANDS:Traveling to various sites working in various conditions. Office sitting walking standing filing and lifting materials under 50 pounds.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:Can come in contact with truck exhaust fumes. Temperature changes when dock doors are open exposure can last 20 minutes or longer several times per day.
You dont need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family youll be proud. If youre up for the challenge wed love to hear from you!
Important to note
As a global business were an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. Were committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.
Employment Type
Full Time
