Indirect Material Planner

Since 1965, Stoneridge has designed and manufactured advanced, award-winning technologies including driveline and transmission actuation systems, vision systems, emissions control systems, safety systems, and security and monitoring systems for vehicle OEMs in the commercial vehicle, automotive, off-highway and agricultural vehicle markets. We’re focused on the areas of greatest market need – both today and tomorrow. Our core products and technologies are aligned with industry megatrends including safety and security, vehicle intelligence, fuel efficiency and emissions. Join the Stoneridge Team as we continue to build upon our strong history and reputation for quality products to deliver innovative products and systems that address a need, exceed our customers’ expectations, and motivate our team.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Indirect Planner serves as the dedicated resource to indirect planning activities within the plant including indirect material, indirect processes, and logistics.

PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Inbound shipments packing slip investigations
• Manage the returnable packaging for inbound and outbound shipments
• Freight claim processing and tracking
• Warehouse Gemba walks to facilitate warehouse improvements
• Manage the expense consumable item inventories and procure the materials
• Manage the premium freight process, seek approvals, and track the premium freight spend.
• Manage the Vendor Managed Relationship Suppliers i.e. Corrugate, Pallets, Additional Dunnage, Ect.
• Lead the skid yard Gemba walks to facilitate5S and cost minimization
• Collaborates with Finance, Quality, Operations, Planning, and Receiving to document the history, root cause, and submit the chargebacks.
• Daily receiving reconciliations for accounting
• Collaborate with Operations and MRO to streamline the incoming materials
• Coordinate with Receiving to elevate problem shelf concerns
• Pursuit of cost-down initiatives
• Change Management Subject Matter Expert for the Materials team
• Backup for the MRO Clerk

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Bachelor’s Degree Preferred
• Material planning or Supply Chain experience required.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing Environment preferred.
• Experience in ERP/MRP systems preferred.
• Proficient using general office equipment and computer system (Microsoft Office Suite)
• Tow motor certified or willing to earn tow motor certification
• Ability to lead and give direction to other employees
• Good oral and written communication

LOCATION AND TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

Less than 5% travel associated with this role

Stoneridge is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by the applicable laws in the countries we operate. Stoneridge also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.