Material Planner

Country/Region: US

Location:

Tuscaloosa, AL, US

Req ID 68638 | Tuscaloosa, United States

About the Team: As a member of the Chassis Module Division that supplies to one of the most well know automotive companies in the world, you will join a team that is committed to excellence, the highest quality standards and puts our customer first. You will work closely with automotive part manufacturers all around the world to ensure timely delivery of quality parts to our door. You will work with different departments to ensure any newly sourced material or change is coordinated and executed on-time and with the highest quality. Within ZF you will have the opportunity to work with peers and colleagues with 10-25 years of automotive expertise. You will learn from the best, to be the best. This fast paced, cross-functional, continuous improvement environment will develop you to your highest potential.

What you can look forward to as a Material Planner:

• Plan and order material via SAP or other tools as needed.

• First line of contact with supply base to assure on time delivery.

• Organize and facilitate meetings with vendors and supporting job functions.

• Follow up with suppliers on lead-time of delivery and freight to assure production flow.

• Perform cycle counts to assure inventory accuracy.

• Investigate and manage dunnage related topics.

• Track and assure delivery of inbound freight and ASN delivery dates are correct.

• Manage inventory levels via MRP settings to meet ITR targets.

• Communicate with customer as needed to investigate forecast and other related topics. Communicate and escalate expedited freight topics with logistics management team.

Your Profile as a Material Planner:

• Associate degree or similar education or equivalent professional experience required.

• 1+ years of related experience

• SAP experience.

• Solid computer skills (Microsoft Office Software, ERP systems)

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Fluent in Spanish and English.

• Bachelor’s degree.

• Basic knowledge of DOT compliance and relevant regulations.

• Training in 5S, LEAN, and other company-required programs.

• Broad knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within supply chain planning.

• Experience with demand forecasting and/or planning methods.

Why Choose ZF? What We Offer:

• A supportive collaborative team environment

• Annual Incentive Plan

• Paid Vacation

• 401k Plan

• Health Care Benefits

• Paid Holidays

• A strong diversity culture

• Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities

Be part of our ZF team as Material Planner and apply now!

DIVERSITY COMMITMENT:

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape next generation mobility, safety, sustainability and social justice.

With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility.

Our company is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please contact us. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. ZF is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran

What does DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) mean for ZF as a company?

At ZF, we continuously strive to build and maintain a culture where inclusiveness is lived and diversity is valued. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that all our employees can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this vision in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape the future of mobility.

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