ZUME INC. Materials Planner Salary in the United States

We are looking for a motivated, experienced, and knowledgeable Materials Planner to work in our manufacturing plant. This position will require a person that is capable of understanding the details of manufacturing processes.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Plan, schedule, and manage assigned critical spare parts.
• Review coverage and execute orders as needed.
• Review, analyze and clarify quote packages from suppliers.
• Track the status of open orders to ensure on-time deliveries.
• Identify and negotiate cost reduction opportunities.
• Respond to supply shortages.
• Support of emergency orders outside of normal office hours as needed.
• Work fluidly in a highly cross-functional team environment involving manufacturing and product development teams, as well as supply chain specialists, manufacturing engineers, and logistics personnel.
• Generate and publish metrics of performance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Proficiency in MS Excel desired.
• Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks based on demand.
• Problem-solving ability in a cross-functional and multi-cultural environment.
• Open-minded, collaborative, and team-oriented attitude.

Minimum Experience Requirement

1 year of experience of working independently and delivering working solution(s) using the above-listed skills.