Materials Planner I

Are you looking for an opportunity with plenty of growth potential? Do you enjoy working in an exciting, fast-paced, collaborative environment? Are you interested in working with the world’s most innovative companies to create a more connected world?

Connecting Continents. Impacting Communities.

The backbone of the Internet is a series of high-tech subsea fiber optic cables deployed throughout the globe - SubCom has deployed over 50% of them. Our employees ensure data communications networks are engineered, manufactured, deployed, and maintained to the highest standards, enabling faster and more reliable connectivity to communities worldwide. Every member of the SubCom team plays a role in an end-to-end process that is critical to enterprises, governments, big cities, and rural towns.

We encourage, expect, and value creativity, thoughtful risk taking, openness to change, and diverse perspectives. Whether you’re a seasoned applicant seeking a new and exciting challenge, or you’re new to the workforce and looking for a flexible, rewarding, and fast-paced position with an innovative and stable organization (since 1953), SubCom has opportunities to advance your career.

Position Overview

The Materials Planner is responsible for preparing and issuing detailed material delivery schedules as well as ensuring efficient use of manufacturing resources by coordinating schedule requirements. This position works with minimal supervision and must be able to work with people on all organizational levels inside and outside our facility.

Duties and Responsibilities (*Indicates an Essential Function)

• *Proficiently and accurately prepares, and issues detailed material delivery schedules, based on MRP requirements, to Purchasing with a focus on zero stock outs and minimizing excess inventory
• *Sets up and periodically reviews safety stock requirements for long lead and high demand materials
• *Performs periodic (month-end) physical inventories and participates in the cycle count program
• *Plans and coordinates material logistics using the Oracle ERP system
• Promotes job and process improvement (LEAN) as it relates to material flow, inventory turns and accuracy
• *Follows safety guidelines (PPE, etc.) and demonstrates safe work practices
• *Accepts responsibility and accountability for his/her actions
• Works with minimal supervision and closely with people on all organizational levels both in and outside of SubCom
• Overtime may be required, based on business need; regular attendance required
• Provide Training to other Material Planners

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field or a minimum of five years’ experience in material planning
• Strong background and experience utilizing MRP is a must
• Extensive computer experience working with MS Office; strong Excel skills are required (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, complex formulas)
• Proficiency with MS Outlook as well as with an ERP software (Oracle preferred) is required
• Ability to pay attention to details and possess strong organizational skills
• Working knowledge of Lean manufacturing preferred
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team and possess a positive communication style
• Possess strong, independent problem-solving skills
• Ability to speak, read and write English fluently

Physical DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:

• Wear the proper personal protective equipment for each task, including, but not limited to, safety boots, safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, dust mask, etc
• Ability to stand, walk and climb stairs regularly
• Ability to talk and/or hear frequently
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

Working Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts.

NOTE : This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Candidates for positions with SubCom must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Please be sure to attach a resume to your application. We are not able to consider applications without a resume.

Benefits
SubCom offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to: competitive salaries, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverages, FSA, HSA, generous vacation, paid sick leave, paid parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, and a 401(k) plan with generous company match. Additionally, some positions may be eligible for shift differential.

Affirmative Action / Equal Employer Opportunity
SubCom is committed to providing a work environment that prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristics protected by applicable law or regulation.

SubCom’s Core Values
Quality - Accountability - Teamwork - Innovation