Material Planner III - Fort Worth, United States - LG Electronics USA

Description

LG's Mission is to be #1 by creating a better life for our customers. At LG we make products and services that make lives better, easier, and happier through increased functionality and fun. Put simply, we offer the

latest innovations to make "Life Good" As a global leader, we strive for greatness not only in the products we make but in our people.

That is why we are currently seeking the newest innovator to join our dynamic team as a

Material Planner III with the
EVC Charger Factory -
Supply Chain Team located in Fort Worth, TX.
This role is on-site.

What we can offer you:

Culture for Growth | Top Notch Employee Health & Well Being Benefits | Every Voice Matters | Global Reach

POSITION SUMMARY:

The LG EVC Factory
Material Planner III is responsible for (but not limited to) managing and analyzing inventory, supporting production, and controlling purchase orders.

The
Material Planner III will review sales forecasts, product specifications, and production schedules to accurately determine raw material requirements for our organization

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Operating weekly Purchase Order Management based on latest demand (PO Expedite/De-expedite/Cancel)

Stabilization of production plans by ordering materials, coordinating shipping schedules and deliveries in a timely manner to meet organizational goals

Review of material quality concerns and minimize stock level of quality issues via RMA process

Achieving Weekly/Monthly/Annual KPIs including DIO, Aging Inventory, Material Loss

Creation and modification of material status data while utilizing excel and internal LG systems

Carry out monthly closing, settlement, AP domestic purchasing, and property discrepancy investigations

Manage material input/output in ERP, ECO along with the WO Management

Reporting issues impacting the production and management

Performing and managing other accounts, subscriptions or duties as assigned by Manager

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Minimum Bachelor Degree or higher

Minimum 4 years of relevant experience, Material Planning and management, purchasing experience is preferred

Work experience in manufacturing/operations a plus

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Big data Management(High level Excel skills, Macro), WMS experience is a must

Ability to provide excellent customer service while maintaining a professional attitude

Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Power Point

Strong verbal and written communications and the ability to effectively communicate with multiple stakeholders of the organization

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Excellent oral and written communication skills for preparing and presenting effective planning reports and projects

Excellent interpersonal skills for facilitating relationships with local teams or leadership

Creative problem-solving skills to gather relevant information to solve less well- defined planning problems

Ability to manage projects effectively and meet firm deadlines

Ability to work independently on multiple tasks and projects in a dynamic, fast paced environment

Flexibility and adaptability are key. Detail-oriented and organized

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push,

pull or otherwise move objects. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.

At LG, we aspire to empower people and celebrate differences because we believe diversity will create the unexpected. We provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion,

gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Consistent with our commitment to providing equal opportunity and embracing diversity,

LG has implemented affirmative action to ensure applicants are employed and employees are treated without regard to these characteristics.

In addition to the above, LG believes that pay transparency is a key part of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our salary ranges take in account many factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skillset,

experience, licensure, certifications, internal equity, and other business needs. While we consider geographic pay differentials in final offers, because we operate in many geographies, where applicable, the salary range listed

may not reflect all geographic differentials applied.