Materials Planner
Fort Smith, AR 
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Posted 30 days ago
Job Description
Materials PlannerTake your next career step at ABB with a global team that is energizing the transformation of society and industry to achieve a more productive, sustainable future. At ABB, we have the clear goal of driving diversity and inclusion across all dimensions: gender, LGBTQ+, abilities, ethnicity and generations. Together, we are embarking on a journey where each and every one of us, individually and collectively, welcomes and celebrates individual differences.

The Materials Planner handles end to end planning of inventory in excess of invoicing, from purchase requisition to customer invoice, assisting internal customer service inquiries. In this role, you will set inventory parameters and inventory targets, while making sure that there is adequate replenishment of inventory through purchase orders. You will be responsible for executing the activities necessary to create a daily production schedule with responsibility to maintain goals in customer service, COTD, lead times and fill rates while balancing factory production efficiency. Also, perform procurement tasks as assigned by SCM (Supply Chain Management) (example, sourcing, pricing, planning/scheduling and expediting). You will also be responsible for scheduling daily work for plant while maintaining work center capacities.

This position reports to

Supply Chain Specialist

Your responsibilities

  • Promotes/supports plant safety efforts with the highest priority
  • Works with production supervisors to efficiently schedule the die cast and rotor departments
  • Will be assigned various aspects of procurement including supplier development, sub contracting, order processes and processing, including resolving order issues as assigned by SCM to support production planning
  • Works with existing suppliers and participates in the development of new supplier relationships
  • Develops future requirement forecasts to assure reliable supply chain performance
  • Provides assistance to all raw material/WIP (Work In Process) warehousing and shipping/receiving functions as required
  • Continuously work to resolve blocked invoice issues and work with suppliers to meet OTD (On Time Delivery) goals
Your background

  • High School diploma is required with minimum 0 to 3 years of experience.
  • Bachelor's or Associates' Degree in Business or Supply Chain Management is preferred
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Outlook)
  • Working knowledge and proficiency in SAP systems
  • Effective verbal and written skills
  • Independent analysis/decision making capabilities
  • Verifiable history of customer focus
  • Able to work effectively in a team oriented environment
  • Extensive knowledge of bill of materials and routings, preferably in BUS
  • APICS CPIM or an aggressive plan for achievement of certification preferred
  • Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US
Benefits
  • Retirement plan
  • Life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Wellbeing program
  • Healthcare plan
More about us

ABB's NEMA Motors Division markets, designs and manufactures the market-leading Baldor-Reliance brand of industrial motors. As the #1 global manufacturer of NEMA motors, our quality products are designed to reliably and efficiently meet the challenges our customers face. Our business is investing in technology, tools, people and processes to ensure our general purpose and application-specific solutions perform as expected, every time. We look forward to receiving your application. If you want to discover more about ABB, take another look at our website www.abb.com. Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at ABB ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizen status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, family medical leave status, or protected veterans status. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, applicants may request to review the Affirmative Action Plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762. Protected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to US-AskHR@abb.com. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner. myBenefitsABB.com


Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at ABB Inc.

ABB Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites:

http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf
http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf

 

Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
0 to 3 years
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