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A Materials Planner is responsible for coordinating the transfer of raw materials, parts, and finished products between the source and destination. Being a Material Planner ensures material inventory levels are sufficient to meet production schedules or inventory requirements. Inputs data into a system or database to produce reporting and demand estimates. 

Direct Reports:           None

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Research vendors and collect prices, specifications, and other data related to goods and services.
• Establishes and maintains recordkeeping system for purchasing department.
• Ensure raw/pack materials are kept in the appropriate quantities to support production requirements.
• Creates purchase orders and tracks incoming orders.
• Reconcile inventory count discrepancies.
• Respond to emergency supply material request.
• Manage the sticks category for Lubbock and Ontario. 
• Collaborate with buyers on incoming material requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of high school diploma, associate’s degree or trade school equivalent is a plus.
• Experience with material handling & material organization.
• Experienced in Microsoft Office and ERP.
• Strong teamwork, communication and decision-making skills.
• Proven ability to effectively manage changing and multiple priorities.
• Establish and maintain a safe working environment in accordance with OSHA requirements.
• Represent the department in a positive and professional manner.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• While performing the duties of the job, the associate is regularly required to stand for an extended amount of time, walk and reach with hands and arms.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 50 pounds.