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Roskam Foods is Hiring a Materials Planner Near San Dimas, CA
ROSKAM FOODS
JOB TITLE: Material Planner
REPORTS TO: Lead Materials Planner
Position Description and Purpose: Founded in 1923 and headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Roskam Foods is a leading contract manufacturer that partners with world-renowned food brands, retailers, and food service providers to produce a myriad of frozen, refrigerated and shelf-stable products. We’re a scaled, diversified operation with over 2 million square feet of manufacturing and 50 production lines across 8 facilities in the U.S. and Canada. We believe in the power of purpose-driven leadership to generate value for all. And we’re on a mission to optimize the potential of our people and brands. We are passionate about multiplying possibilities for our employees and our partners. And we are growing with some new and amazing customers!
Under the direction of the Lead Material Planning, the Material Planner will be responsible for the execution of daily raw material planning activities. This role focuses on ensuring raw material availability to meet organizational objectives while leveraging subject matter expertise in materials management. The Material Planner will play a pivotal role in coordinating internal functions to ensure seamless supply chain planning and will work on materials management projects and initiatives, including new product launches.
Come join the team that is reaching exponential potential by multiplying possibilities!
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Take ownership of designated materials, serving as a subject matter expert in specific areas of planning such as bulk buying, MRP master data, and inventory management.
- Collaborate with the Associate Manager of Materials Planning to review work and provide support in addressing key issues as needed.
- Understands how an ERP/MRP system works to ensure integrated planning and efficient materials management practices.
- Communicates with appropriate teams on all materials related aspects (i.e. Purchase Order status, change in lead times, etc.).
- Helps to continually improve upon inventory goals established through strategic ordering practices, stocking policies, and proactive obsolescence management.
- Collaborates with cross-functional teams to optimize best inventory management practices. Collaborate closely with procurement, operations, logistics, and finance teams to understand production requirements, capacity constraints, and lead times.
- Adjust materials planning activities accordingly to ensure seamless production flow aligned with business objectives and priorities.
- Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, automate tasks, and leverage technology solutions to optimize operations.
- Drive improvements in inventory management and supply chain performance through the implementation of best practices and technology advancements.
- Performs routine clerical duties, including data entry.
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned in a warehouse setting.
KEY SKILLS AND COMPENTICIES:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following key skills competencies:
- Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
- Analytical - Collects and researches data, designs workflows and procedures.
- Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; works well in group problem solving situations.
- Interpersonal Skills - Maintains confidentiality; remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
- Oral Communication - Bi-lingual preferred (English & Spanish). Actively participates in meetings.
- Written Communication - Presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information.
- Teamwork - Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
- Detail driven and a self-starter - Comfortable working in a factory environment.
- Computer and Math Skills - Must be proficient in Excel and be able to navigate ERP/MRP software, Microsoft Dynamics AX is a plus. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret graphs.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be able to effectively communicate with employees. Ability to speak and write English (bilingual in Spanish preferred by not required).
- 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 regularly required to stand, walk and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
- Work 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 is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and risk of electrical shock. The employee is frequently exposed to extreme heat or cold, and occasionally to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; risk of radiation and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
- 1-2 years of work experience in materials planning.
- High School Diploma or equivalent is required, bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Must be computer literate, Microsoft Office Suites (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- High attention to detail and data entry skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
- General knowledge of manufacturing, inventory control and material movement in a manufacturing environment is a plus.
- Prior experience in ERP, experience with Microsoft Dynamics AX or SAP is a plus.
Compensation Range: $53,250 - $79,872
Roskam Foods offers a competitive compensation package including medical, dental and vision benefits, life and disability insurance, and a 401K plan with company match.
AAP/EEO Statement: Roskam Foods is a recognized veteran friendly and equal opportunity employer.
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Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
SALARY
$100k-128k (estimate)
POST DATE
06/05/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
08/03/2024
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