Manager - Raw Material Planner

Posted:
8/29/2024, 10:14:17 PM

Location(s):
Karnataka, India ⋅ Indiana, United States ⋅ Jigani, Karnataka, India

Experience Level(s):
Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Operations & Logistics

Role purpose

The Materials Planner plays a pivotal role in supply chain management. This role is essential in ensuring that the right materials are available at the right time and in the correct quantities to meet production demands. The Materials Planner works closely with various departments, including procurement, operations, and logistics, to forecast needs and schedule deliveries, thereby minimizing production downtime and optimizing efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Materials Planners are responsible for the strategic coordination of materials needed for production or service delivery. Primary responsibilities include:

Developing and maintaining detailed inventories of materials and supplies located in the company.
Monitoring the levels of materials to ensure optimal stock is maintained.
Liaising with suppliers and managing relationships to negotiate optimal terms of service.
Coordinating with other departments to forecast future material needs based on production schedules and orders.
Identifying and resolving discrepancies between inventory records and stock levels.
Preparing detailed reports on inventory operations, stock levels, and adjustments.
Conducting regular audits to ensure data integrity and compliance with industry standards and best practices.

Reviewing and processing purchase orders and shipping documents.

Ensuring materials meet specifications and quality standards.
Implementing sustainability initiatives in material handling and usage.
Coordinating with warehouse staff to ensure proper storage and material protection.
Troubleshooting supply chain issues related to materials and proposing effective solutions.
Participating in team meetings to discuss improvements in processes and productivity.

Education Qualification: Bachelor's degree with Engineering or Postgraduate in Management studies (preferably from NITIE, IIM, SP Jain) tier 1 institutes.

Work Experience: 5 to 9years in the manufacturing set up.

Location: CSO- Jigani

Ashirvad

Website: https://ashirvad.com/

Headquarter Location: Jigani, Karnataka, India

Employee Count: 1001-5000

Year Founded: 1998

IPO Status: Private

Industries: Building Material ⋅ Consumer Goods ⋅ Manufacturing ⋅ Plastics and Rubber Manufacturing ⋅ Sales ⋅ Wholesale