The Supply Chain Supply Planner for Raw Materials is responsible for ensuring the timely and cost-effective procurement and availability of raw materials to support production schedules. This role involves demand forecasting, inventory optimization and close collaboration with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and maintain raw material supply plans based on demand forecasts, production schedules and inventory targets.
- Collaborate with procurement, manufacturing and logistics teams to ensure material availability and minimize disruptions.
- Monitor inventory levels and adjust planning parameters to optimize stock levels and reduce excess / obsolete inventory.
- Analyze supply chain data to identify trends, risks and opportunities for improvement.
- Manage supplier relationships to ensure on-time delivery and resolve supply issues.
- Support new product introductions and engineering changes by aligning material availability with project timelines.
- Utilize ERP and planning systems to maintain accurate material requirements planning (MRP) data.
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering or related field.3+ years of experience in supply planning, preferably in raw materials or manufacturing environments.Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Tableau).Strong analytical and organizational skills.Proficiency in MRP systems and planning tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Kinaxis or similar).Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.APICS / CPIM certification is a plus.WORK ENVIRONMENT
On site in Auburn Hills, MI