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Material Planner - New Berlin, United States - Fortress Nutrition

Fortress Nutrition

Verified Company

New Berlin, United States

1 month ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

It is an exciting time at Fortress Nutrition As we continue to grow rapidly, we are expanding operations in order to increase our high-speed canning/beverage production capabilities.

Job Summary:

The
Material Planner supporting food and beverage contract manufacturing is a pivotal role that oversees a seamless operation with material planning for production.

Responsible for coordinating schedules, reviewing inventory and collaborating with cross-functional teams, you'll ensure timely delivery of raw materials for multiple shifts of food and beverage manufacturing.

Your attention to detail will be crucial in keep track of raw material deliveries and create bill of materials (BOMs) for warehouse and production team members.

Communication skills are vital for liaising with internal teams, vendors and clients.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess a background in food and beverage manufacturing and excel in organizational efficiency, join us in driving the success of multiple production lines through efficient production coordination.

What You'll Do:

Execute comprehensive material planning strategies to ensure accurate and timely delivery of raw materials for production
Work closely with suppliers, clients and internal teams to maintain effective relationships, monitor deliveries and address any issues affecting the supply chain
Review purchase orders, track deliveries and coordinate with suppliers to ensure ontime and accurate shipments
Collaborate with production, logistics and quality control teams to ensure effective communication and coordination
Review documentation of, but not limited to, orders, supplier information and inventory levels to support material planning activities
Utilize an MRP system to create various production documents (e.g. BOMs and inventory pull sheets)
Leverage technology and software for efficient material planning, tracking and reporting
Identify opportunities for process optimization and efficiency improvement within the production coordinator functions
Work with vendors and/or clients to address and overcome raw material quality issues
Address and resolve any material planning related issues or bottlenecks to minimize disruptions and ensure smooth operations
Additional project as assigned by leadership

What We're Looking For:

HS Diploma or GED equivalent is required
Associates or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain is preferred
2+ years of experience in a food and/or beverage manufacturing environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office required
Strong interpersonal skills; able to communicate effectively with leadership, employees, and other departments as needed
Detailoriented with excellent analytical, problemsolving, and organizational skills
Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize and multitask effectively
Able to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing or alternative form
Ability to communicate effectively and timely with operational personnel and leadership
Ability to work independently under mínimal supervisor while staying on task, adapting to changes in priorities, and demonstrating strong sense of urgency
Ability to work additional hours as needed and required
Strong attendance and reliability record
Ability to display goodnatured, cooperative attitude
Ability to follow work instruction and handle multiple time sensitive priorities