Material Planner -Exports (IRF)
RLE India Private Limited•Chennai
•full time Job Summary We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Material Planner to join our team, specializing in export operations within the Supply Chain industry. This role requires an onsite presence. Key Responsibilities The Material Planner – Exports (IRF) will be responsible for ensuring the efficient and timely flow of materials to support export operations. This includes meticulous planning, coordination, and follow-up with suppliers and internal stakeholders. Required Skills & Qualifications Education: A Graduate in Engineering is required. Material Planning: Demonstrated ability to develop and execute material plans, ensuring alignment with production schedules and customer demands. Analytical Skills: Strong analytical capabilities to assess data, identify trends, and make informed decisions regarding material availability and potential risks. Problem-Solving Skills: Proven ability to proactively identify and resolve material-related issues, minimizing disruptions to production and export processes. Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively interact with suppliers, internal teams, and stakeholders. SAP: Proficiency in using SAP for material planning, inventory management, and order processing. EDI: Experience with EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) for seamless data exchange with suppliers and customers. MRP: Solid understanding and application of MRP (Material Requirements Planning) principles. Forecast: Ability to interpret and utilize forecasts to anticipate material needs and adjust plans accordingly. Supplier Delivery Schedules: Expertise in managing and optimizing Supplier Delivery Schedules to ensure timely material availability. Supplier Portal: Familiarity with utilizing Supplier Portal systems for communication and collaboration. Email: Proficient in using Email for effective communication and follow-up. Customer Production Plan: Ability to align material plans with the Customer Production Plan . GRN, FG Stocks, RM Stocks: Knowledge of Goods Received Notes ( GRN ), Finished Goods ( FG ) Stocks, and Raw Material ( RM ) Stocks management. Supplier Performance Ratings: Ability to monitor and evaluate Supplier Performance Ratings to identify areas for improvement. Capacity Risks: Ability to assess and mitigate Capacity Risks that may impact material availability. Engineering Changes: Ability to manage and incorporate Engineering Changes into material plans. Cycle Count: Experience with Cycle Count processes for inventory accuracy. Supplier Follow Up: Proactive Supplier Follow Up to ensure timely delivery and resolve any issues. New Project: Ability to support material planning for New Project initiatives. Serial Life: Understanding of Serial Life management for materials. Automotive: Knowledge of the Automotive industry and its specific material planning requirements. supplychain: A strong understanding of supplychain principles and best practices. Experience Required: 6 - 9 years of relevant experience in material planning, preferably within a manufacturing or supply chain environment. This level of experience indicates a seasoned professional capable of independently managing complex material planning tasks and contributing to process improvements. What We Offer Salary: (No salary provided)