Supply Management Planner I

Job Title: Supply Management Planner I

Client: Heavy Machine Manufacturing Company
Duration: 24 Months – Possible Extension/Conversion
Location: Waterloo, IA 50704
Shift: 1st Shift | 7:00 AM–3:30 PM
Overtime: Potential overtime as needed
Work Arrangement: Onsite

Description:

Job Summary

Support supply chain and material planning by coordinating purchased-part deliveries, communicating with suppliers, managing material requirements, and supporting inventory and logistics processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor the delivery of purchased parts from internal and external suppliers.
• Communicate with suppliers regarding schedule releases, delivery requirements, and material replenishment.
• Schedule purchased-material requirements, including: Economic order quantities, Optimal inventory levels, Delivery schedules, Material replenishment
• Support the implementation of effective logistics and material management processes.
• Monitor supplier logistics performance and investigate supply or delivery issues.
• Recommend timely actions to resolve supplier and material-related incidents.
• Perform routine inventory-control checks for quantity, quality, and availability.
• Collect and analyze information on cost drivers, market conditions, innovation, and alternative suppliers.
• Support continuous improvement of supply-chain operations and processes.
• Gather and report supplier/contract performance information.
• Support contract negotiations and renegotiations by providing performance data.
• Coordinate stakeholder meetings, actions, and events.
• Provide support to Supply Management Specialists.
• Maintain accurate supply-chain records and reports.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong communication skills.
• Good planning and organizational skills.
• Strong data collection and analysis abilities.
• Proficiency in typing and computer operations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and follow established processes.
• Basic understanding of procurement, supply chain, inventory, and logistics processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• 4-year degree in Business, Supply Management, or a related field.
• Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Experience with SAP.
• Knowledge of inventory control, supplier management, logistics, or material planning.

Experience

• Basic experience with simple office/operational systems is preferred.
• Entry-level candidates with limited experience may be considered.

As a leading contract, contract-to-hire and professional placement firm, Three Point Solution understands the importance of aligning our client with the right resource at the right time. We are committed to the highest caliber of service that will benefit our clients, candidates and employees. Unlike large, corporate style recruiting firms, we commit to individualized attention that uniquely positions us to bridge the communication gap between recruiter, employer and candidate. Our goal is to cultivate and maintain true partnerships with our clients and candidates.