Launch Material Planner Job at GRAMMER Americas, Meridian, MS

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  • GRAMMER Americas
  • Meridian, MS

Job Description

GRAMMER is specialized in developing and manufacturing components and systems for car interiors as well as driver and passenger seats for off-road vehicles, trucks, buses, and trains. As a global partner to the vehicle manufacturing industry, we are represented around the world by our two divisions, Automotive and Commercial Vehicles. Our employees are constantly engaged in developing and producing innovative, flexible solutions to meet challenges in today’s competitive global market. GRAMMER can be found on four continents with more than 50 production, distribution, and logistics sites in 20 countries. GRAMMER is a leading North American full service automotive supplier of highly engineered thermoplastic components and

assemblies for interiors and air and fluid management systems.

Culture:

Here at GRAMMER, we foster a culture that embraces our Grammer CODE: Collaborate in an inclusive environment, Openness in communication and ideas, Drive for results with energy and empower yourself and others by taking ownership of decisions and actions.

What we are looking for:

Grammer is looking for a Launch Material Planner to join our location in Tupelo, MS. The ideal candidate will enjoy working in a team environment. This individual will have an opportunity to make lasting and positive changes in our team!

Primary Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

  • Maintain direct contact with the customer to meet the requirements and specifications of the logistics, organize the information and expose those involved.
  • Check the customer’s demand against the capacity of the line to determine possible risks in compliance with the delivery plan.
  • Manage supply of materials and supplies
  • Work together with the planners, traffic and import logistics, finance, to quote the logistics chain of a new product.
  • Follow the imports of raw material, from the supplier to the plant.
  • Quote and negotiate better rates with national and international transportation providers.

Qualifications Desired:

  • Experience in automotive industry.
  • Knowledge of imports, exports, customs law, NAFTA, and transportation market.
  • Knowledge of SAP system.
  • Experience negotiating with suppliers of goods and services.
  • Leadership and the ability to work under pressure.
  • Ability to develop and manage internal and external relationships.
  • Computer skills and experience utilizing excel.
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Degree preferred, ideally in Supply Chain or related field.
  • 2-4 years of previous experience as planner
  • Experience working with automotive customers
  • Experience with launching new product lines

What we can provide:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • Tuition reimbursement programs
  • 401(k) match
  • Robust EAP services
  • Developmental opportunities
  • Much more!

Job Tags

Flexible hours,

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