Material Planner II

Job Description

Job Description

McGard LLC

1st Shift, Monday – Friday (Hours Flexible)

Salaried, $55,000 - $70,000 DOE

Are you ready to take your skills to the next level? Look no further than McGard, a leading company in the automotive industry! We are seeking a highly talented and motivated Material Planner II to join our dynamic team and contribute to our ongoing success.

ABOUT MCGARD:

McGard has been a trusted name in the automotive industry for over 60 years. We specialize in manufacturing high-quality, precision-engineered automotive security products and components. Our commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction has earned us a reputation as a global leader in our field.

BENEFITS:

• Comprehensive benefits package, including 10 company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).
• Discretionary, annual profit sharing.
• Exciting and challenging projects in a collaborative work environment.
• Flexible working schedule including “9-80’s” and flex time.
• On-site walking trail and convenience cafeteria.
• A supportive and inclusive company culture that values employee well-being and work-life balance.

RESPONSIBILITY:

Independently manage material availability, optimize inventory levels, and ensure continuous supply to production. This role interfaces with suppliers, leads planning initiatives, and supports ERP configuration and planning analytics.

JOB DUTIES:

• Own and manage MRP forecasts, production requirements, inventory, and procurement signals to ensure production readiness.
• Analyze and escalate the BOM and commodity requirements, considering engineering changes and timing.
• Maintain ERP system parameters (material master, lead times, EOQ, reorder points) and ensure alignment with supply chain capabilities.
• Validate supplier CQI’s and ISO certs annually, and support audits and compliance reporting.
• Coordinate ramp-up and ramp-down plans for new product launches and engineering changes.
• Manage safety stock levels, optimize order quantities, and minimize excess and obsolete inventory.
• Provide detailed reports and insights (clear-to-build, material coverage, run-out, scenario planning).
• Lead or co-lead ERP system projects related to planning configuration and continuous improvement.
• Build supplier partnerships and serve as the primary point of contact for delivery performance and recovery actions.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior planners.
• Key team member in planning, training, implementation, and support of a new ERP system.
• Create and deploy supply requirements to the supply base via MRP which achieves production, inventory, and cost objectives. Ensure demand from all sources (production, aftermarket, engineering, etc.) is supported appropriately.
• Escalate to commercial or technical partners when required (procurement, accounts payable, quality, engineering, etc.).

Support onboarding and training of new suppliers to ensure operational excellence and compliance with McGard’s supply chain processes and policies.

EDUCATION / SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and orally.
• Associate’s degree in business, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• Two to four (2-4) years of relevant experience in purchasing or procurement.
• Certification in APICS, Purchasing or Supply Chain is preferred.

If you are an ambitious and driven individual who thrives on innovation and enjoys working in a team environment, then this is the perfect opportunity for you! Join McGard and be part of a company that is revolutionizing the automotive security industry.

"We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law."

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