Material Planning Analyst

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Job Summary

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Material Planning Analyst located in Guadalajara, North.

Reporting to the Director, Sales Operations and Planning, Material Planning Analyst role will be responsible for optimizing production processes and material management to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure timely delivery. The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical skills, project management abilities, and knowledge of supply chain operations.

What a typical day looks like:

• Develop and implement production plans to achieve production goals.
• Conduct Material Requirements Planning (MRP) to ensure alignment of material supply with production needs.
• Monitor inventory levels and implement inventory control strategies to minimize excess and stockout risks.
• Collaborate with sites to ensure stability and cost-effectiveness of material supply.
• Analyze production data to identify improvement opportunities and enhance supply
• Manage the timeline and budget of production and material planning projects.
• Participate in the development and optimization of production processes to reduce waste and improve productivity.
• Coordinate with sales, procurement, logistics, and other departments to ensure smooth supply chain operations.
• Track and analyze Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to assess the effectiveness of planning activities.
• Prepare and present planning reports, including production forecasts, material analysis, and improvement suggestions.

The experience we’re looking to add to our team:

• BA/BS/MBA or equivalent work experience
• Solid experience in production and material planning or a related field.
•  Familiarity with production planning and Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems.
•  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent project management skills to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Outstanding communication skills to collaborate with staff at all levels.
• Advanced Excel skills, with experience in ERP or related supply chain management software preferred.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with others.

What you’ll receive for the great work you provide:

• Competitive Salary.
• Life & Medical insurance.
• Christmas Bonus.
• Food Coupons.
• Saving Fund.

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Job Category

Global Procurement & Supply Chain

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