Reviews sales forecasts, product specifications, and production schedules to accurately determine raw material requirements for an organization.
Ensures raw materials are available to meet designated production schedules. Utilizes MRP system to coordinate materials from purchasing, processing, warehousing, and production. Documents material details, including all codes, brands, and contact information necessary to process orders. Updates orders to account for remaining inventory or changes in production schedules.
Salary.com identifies five increasing levels of proficiency for each skill/competency. Some jobs require only a relatively low level of proficiency in each skill/competency, while other jobs will require a more advanced level of proficiency in the same skill/competency. These levels rate the degree of proficiency (skill level, expertise) we expect the incumbent to perform in the given skill/competency for the given job. Note that we intentionally do not associate timeframes or years of experience in performing the skill/competency because that can be misleading. Proficiency levels identify what the incumbent knows and can do rather than how long they have been doing it. Also, note that the proficiency levels are cumulative, e.g., a level 4 proficiency implies the ability to perform all the behaviors at the lower levels.
Check each Materials Planner II skill and competencie below to view definitions.
Skill definition-Interpreting and visualizing engineering drawings or designs to determine the requirements needed in assembling components and developing products.
Level 1 Behaviors
(General Familiarity)
Describes the importance of blueprint reading in the product development process.
Level 2 Behaviors
(Light Experience)
Applies knowledge of GD&T and blueprint reading to support the calibration of fixtures and products.
Level 3 Behaviors
(Moderate Experience)
Analyzes blueprints to determine the supplies needed in developing product parts.
Level 4 Behaviors
(Extensive Experience)
Analyzes blueprint and geometric tolerances to determine how they relate to the finished part.
Level 5 Behaviors
(Mastery)
Builds parts according to blueprint plans and specifications to meet production standards.
Skill definition-Aligning, executing, and managing JIT inventory system with raw materials in accordance with the production schedules to meet product demands.
Level 1 Behaviors
(General Familiarity)
Cites examples of the advantages and disadvantages of using JIT.
Level 2 Behaviors
(Light Experience)
Adheres to the JIT principles in identifying and tracking material requirements.
Level 3 Behaviors
(Moderate Experience)
Adapts to JIT concepts in ensuring prompt product assembly to meet customer forecasted demands.
Level 4 Behaviors
(Extensive Experience)
Drives the adoption of JIT philosophy to minimize part shortages, resources, and costs for manufacturing.
Level 5 Behaviors
(Mastery)
Champions the adoption of advanced tools and systems to improve JIT performance and quality.
Skill definition-Managing and integrating business processes with a single system through an ERP system software to eliminate redundancies and boost productivity.
Level 1 Behaviors
(General Familiarity)
Cites the terminologies used in enterprise resource planning.
Level 2 Behaviors
(Light Experience)
Follows standard operating procedures in entering and tracking business data into ERP systems.
Level 3 Behaviors
(Moderate Experience)
Audits ERP to ensure security compliance and support system adjustments for business growth.
Level 4 Behaviors
(Extensive Experience)
Creates and delivers project plans to enhance ERP systems.
Level 5 Behaviors
(Mastery)
Adapts to ERP trends and best practices to efficiently direct business operations and data accuracy.
Skill definition-Leveraging advanced tools and software systems to automate and manage core business functions cost-effectively to maximize performance.
Level 1 Behaviors
(General Familiarity)
Cites examples of ERP systems applicable to various businesses.
Level 2 Behaviors
(Light Experience)
Assists in writing customized programs and scripts for ERP applications and configuration.
Level 3 Behaviors
(Moderate Experience)
Adheres to software development methodologies in executing ERP systems to manage business functions.
Level 4 Behaviors
(Extensive Experience)
Creates key metrics to measure the effectiveness of the existing ERP systems.
Level 5 Behaviors
(Mastery)
Designs strategic plans to recommend system solutions and architectures to improve ERP capacity planning.
Skill definition-Executing and completing a task with a high level of accuracy.
Level 1 Behaviors
(General Familiarity)
Cites steps and tips to improve attention to detail in the workplace.
Level 2 Behaviors
(Light Experience)
Keeps full attention when listening to understand the message.
Level 3 Behaviors
(Moderate Experience)
Balances between accuracy and efficiency for different tasks or programs.
Level 4 Behaviors
(Extensive Experience)
Creates and implements quality management processes for our business.
Level 5 Behaviors
(Mastery)
Defines possible hurdles to projects and creates strategies to deal with them.
Skill definition-Concentrating on a single task and bringing ideas and responsibilities to completion.
Level 1 Behaviors
(General Familiarity)
Cites examples of external and internal forces that limit focus at work.
Level 2 Behaviors
(Light Experience)
Collects and records triggers that derail teams' focus negatively.
Level 3 Behaviors
(Moderate Experience)
Breaks complex projects into smaller and more manageable pieces.
Level 4 Behaviors
(Extensive Experience)
Creates and communicates policies to remove workplace distractions.
Level 5 Behaviors
(Mastery)
Builds a productive work environment that promotes motivation and boosts attention span.
There are 7 hard skills for Materials Planner II, Blueprint Reading, Just-in-Time (JIT), Manufacturing Industry, etc.
8 general skills for Materials Planner II, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), ERP Systems, Bill of Materials, etc.
5 soft skills for Materials Planner II, Attention to Detail, Maintaining Focus, Time Management, etc.
While the list totals 20 distinct skills, it's important to note that not all are required to be mastered to the same degree. Some skills may only need a basic understanding, whereas others demand a higher level of expertise.
For instance, as a Materials Planner II, he or she needs to be proficient in Attention to Detail, be proficient in Maintaining Focus, and be proficient in Time Management.
