Materials Planner

Join to apply for the Materials Planner role at PPG. As a Sr Materials Planner, you will accomplish activities related to local and international planning to ensure the availability of materials at the manufacturing site to guarantee compliance with production schedules. You will report to the Planning Supervisor. Key Responsibilities Ensure the and proper supply of raw materials to guarantee the level of service required by internal customers. Ensure the proper supply of purchased materials to maintain the service level required by internal and external customers. Improve the inventory of approximately 600 SKUs (300 Make to Stock), minimizing obsolescence and overstock. Coordinate with global suppliers to meet delivery times and logistical conditions. Mitigate supply risks through advanced planning strategies (DDMRP). Periodically maintaining planning parameters in ERP systems. Coordinate the health of goals by applying Lean Manufacturing principles focused on Supply Planning. Coordinate the health of measurements, applying Lean Manufacturing principles focused on Supply Planning. Ensure the Service Level, Maintaining a 95% Level of Safety Stock. Ensure availability of materials at point of use to avoid impacts to production schedules and customer orders. Analyze possible risk situations in the supply chain of your materials. Coordinate logistics processes with customs, suppliers, intercompany. Follow up of documentation related to the importation of materials. Execution and follow up of the logistic process of materials from origin to final destination either in plant or with customers. Coordinate import operations with customs agents at different borders. Create and distribute supply plans and estimates with suppliers and internal customers according to the established process. Qualifications Bachelor in Engineering. 5+ years of experience in supply chain related positions. Knowledge of certifications related to inventory and supply chain management. Database Management. Advanced Excel (can maintain complex spreadsheets). Knowledge of international trade processes. Fluent English. Mastery of planning tools (ERP and DDMRP). Understanding of Planning Parameters Concepts. About Us Here at PPG we make it happen, and we seek candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our values, with the commitment and drive to strive today to do better than yesterday – everyday. PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD™ Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @ PPG on Twitter. PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com. PPG values your feedback on our recruiting process. We encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com and provide feedback on the process, so that we can do better today than yesterday. Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process. PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply. Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Management and Manufacturing Industries Paint, Coating, and Adhesive Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at PPG by 2x #J-18808-Ljbffr