Materials Requirement Planner
About this role
Material Requirement Planner (MRP)
Keeps production and materials aligned - building production plans, forecasting requirements from customer demand and inventory, and running SAP planning accurately for the Lewisburg plant.
Full Time · Supply Chain · Production Planning · Minth North America, Inc., Lewisburg, TN · FLSA Status: Exempt
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Develop and maintain production plans to ensure efficient manufacturing processes. • Manage the integration of SAP systems to streamline production and supply chain operations. • Analyze and forecast production requirements based on customer demand and inventory levels. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including procurement, logistics and engineering, to ensure production goals are met. • Ensure accurate data entry and system updates in SAP for production schedules and inventory management. • Resolve issues related to SAP production modules and provide support to end users. • Continuously monitor and improve production planning processes for optimal performance. • Generate and analyze reports to track production performance, material usage and resource allocation. • Assist in the development of new system functionalities to improve production scheduling and planning.
REQUIREMENTS
• Two to three years of experience working with SAP in a production planning or supply chain role, preferably in the automotive industry. • Strong knowledge of SAP Production Planning (PP) and Materials Management (MM) modules. • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. • Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with various teams. • Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (A PLUS)
• Knowledge of automotive manufacturing processes and industry standards.
MINIMUM EDUCATION / FIELD OF STUDY
• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management or a related field.
KEY TO BEING SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE
• Experience in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies. • Familiarity with advanced production planning tools and techniques. • SAP certification is a plus. • Good teamwork and communication skills in a multicultural team.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT