Materials Planner

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What we offer:
At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.
Group Summary:
Magna is an innovative leader in the development and manufacturing of high quality complete seating systems. Our solution includes seating structures, mechanisms and hardware, as well as foam and trim products for global automotive, heavy truck and bus industries. Our capabilities include market and consumer research; full concept development; design and engineering capabilities; testing, validation and world-class manufacturing. Our award-winning seating solutions are developed from consumer research, finding the ease of operation to be comfortable, convenient and connected.
Job Responsibilities:
JOB DUTIES:
Responsible for planning inbound raw material to support production schedules as received by the customer via EDI Releases (830/862). Analyze incoming releases from customer and utilize internal ERP/MRP system to generate releases for the Tier 2 supply base, and from time to time manually edit releases as required. Send daily releases to the supply base after running MRP, and ensure transportation for each shipment is scheduled with Logistics Provider.
Ensure that all materials departmental objectives and activities are aligned to the Magna Employee Charter and Magna Corporate Constitution.
Responsible for the proper scheduling and releasing of materials at SHSS. Ensure Supplier ships as required to Spring Hill Supplier Material Standards. Responsible to enforce chargeback policy.
Responsible to optimize logistics, ensure proper packaging, and to manage inventory levels to SHSS satisfaction.
Oversee production schedules and ensure daily manufacturing schedules are attained to satisfy customer expectations.
Ensures that all returnable containers are scheduled to be returned to the supply base via return trucks so Tier 2 suppliers have containers to pack finished goods into.
Responsible for Engineering Changes for parts in the Planner's "Deck". Ensure zero to minimal obsolences, and New incoming material is labelled correctly.
Responsible to support plant during production hours (all active shifts) via company provided cellular phone.
Monitors supplier delivery performance to attain SHSS goals and objectives.
Perform special projects in support of the organizations business objectives.
Supports engineering change control and ECN tasks associated with engineering changes
Other projects and duties as assigned
HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure all safety and non-safety plant rules and regulations are followed.
• Ensure adherence to established quality and housekeeping standards.
• Respond immediately to items brought to his/her attention with respect to hazards, defects or non-compliance issues.
• Taking appropriate corrective action when substandard performance is observed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Post secondary education in materials management or equivalent experience. Ideally have 5 or more years of progressive experience in a materials / manufacturing related environment.
Excellent knowledge of Customer shipping requirements, inventory controls, production scheduling, engineering systems/procedures and plant raw materials, etc. in a manufacturing environment. A demonstrated understanding of inventory management principles and practices as well as superior analytical, planning, and problem solving skills.
Excellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills and a proficiency with Microsoft and other manufacturing related software.
Good attention to detail, above average problem solving ability to meet multiple demands, deadlines and support production planning programs.
APICS certification would be an asset.
The above information reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the identified job. This shall not be considered as a detailed description of the work required inherent in the job.
Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:
At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That's why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure
As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.
Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.
If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.
Worker Type:
Regular / Permanent
Group:
Magna Seating