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Materials Planner Job Description

The Materials Planner job description template can be used to advertise open positions in your company.

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Written by Wynt AI
Updated over 2 weeks ago

Responsibilities

  • Identifying the necessary materials and issuing purchase orders.

  • Coordinate with other departments on production objectives, schedules, supplier payments, etc.

  • Analyzing customer demand trends and purchase trends while tracking manufacturing volume.

  • Maintain effective communication, coordination, and interpersonal relationships with team members.

  • Assist team members in order to meet team commitments.

  • Making an inventory schedule based on the specifications.

  • Addressing inquiries about various shipping and return concerns.

  • Obeying all laws and regulations pertaining to health, safety, and the environment.

  • On time and as agreed upon, with deadlines kept.

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    Requirements

    • A bachelor's degree in business, logistic support, inventory management, or a closely related discipline is desirable

    • 2+ years of expertise in material planning, inventory management, purchasing, or a similar field is required

    • Strong comprehension and knowledge of shipping and receiving items

    • An operational understanding of material control

    • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and material management programs

    • Great organizational and problem-solving abilities

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