Spvr, Production 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:
Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.
Job Responsibilities:
Lead and oversee all production scheduling, customer contact scheduling, and raw material planning activities. Act as primary liaison between customer, production, shipping/receiving, and suppliers to ensure on-time delivery of quality product on a JIT (Just-In-Time) basis while meeting all customer-specific and inventory requirements.
Responsibilities:
Supports Magna Operational Principles and Employee Charter criteria within context and position's scope of work supports EBM's ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management System, ISO 14001 Environmental Management System, IATF System, as well as Magna Safety and Magna Environmental Program requirements

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of Production Schedulers, Customer Contact Schedulers, and Raw Materials Planners
• Coordinate JIT product shipments against customer releases and purchase orders
• Oversee customer communication including portals, special requests, and escalation of risks
• Ensure alignment between production schedules, material availability, and customer demand
• Manage raw material planning activities including coil steel, purchased components, and inbound deliveries
• Monitor inventory levels and ensure targets are met through analysis of shortages/overages
• Lead coordination of new program launches and program build-outs to ensure timely delivery
• Monitor customer delivery/service performance and implement corrective actions as needed
• Monitor supplier delivery performance and ensure material availability supports production requirements
• Participate in and oversee physical inventories, cycle counts, and inventory accuracy initiatives
• Attend and lead daily production and planning meetings
• Support Receiving operations as needed for material flow and inventory management
• Develop, train, and evaluate team members within planning and scheduling functions
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to scheduling, inventory control, and material flow
• Housekeeping and other activities as assigned

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in production scheduling, material planning, or inventory control in a manufacturing environment
• Automotive industry experience preferred
• Experience with JIT inventory flow and scheduling systems required
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of material planning, supplier coordination, and production processes
• Ability to work overtime as required

Skills:

• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Excel, Word, and ERP/MRP systems)
• Ability to access and analyze data from computer systems and networks
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Good math and analytical skills
• Ability to lead and develop a team
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• BA degree preferred
• APICS (American Production and Inventory Control Society) certification preferred
• APICS, MRP/MRP II (Material Release Point) experience

Benefits:

• Low-Cost Health Insurance
• Low-Cost Dental Insurance + Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Matching
• Employee Profit Sharing Plan
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Nursing Room
• Tuition Reimbursement and Online Career Development with Free Tuition
• Referral Program - Up to $1,500 per Skill Trade Referral
• Onsite cafeteria Serving Hot Breakfast and Lunch
• Self-Checkout Snacks and Drinks Market
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Annual Employee and Family Events

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:
Cosma International