Material Planner

Job description

thyssenkrupp Automotive Systems of America, LLC supplies axle sub assemblies, for the Volkswagen Passat and Atlas, located in Chattanooga, TN.
Material Planner
thyssenkrupp Automotive Systems of America LLC,
Chattanooga, {region10556}
Material Planner supports daily production operations by securing an optimal supply of material required for manufacturing to meet daily customer demand. Responsible for ensuring coordination and release of components required to meet customer requirements efficiently while maintaining approved inventory levels.

Your responsibilities

Knowledge & Skills:
High tolerance towards working under pressure
Highly developed planning, organizing, negotiating, and problem solving skills
Must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills
Personal judgment and independence to take actions, depending on his/her superiors
Works well in a team environment
High motivation to confront challenges and changes
Conditioned independence (following process rules, norms and company policy) and his/her superior's instructions.
Must have SAP experience
Become aware of the TKASA Quality Program

Your profile

Responsibilities Include:
Material planning activities that support production and meet customer requirements
Tracking of supplier shipments
Coordinate RTV's (Return to Vendor)
Coordinate raw material rework with suppliers
Maintain inventory levels in accordance with departmental goals and objectives
Review MRP data to ensure data elements for BOMs, routers and lead times are accurate
Support and drive continuous improvement and lean activities
Operate appropriately within respective areas of the Quality Program
Additional responsibilities and activities may be added on a need basis, as assigned by management.

About thyssenkrupp
At thyssenkrupp we have more than 156,000 employees in nearly 80 countries and annual sales of €39 billion. We are active in automotive engineering, logistics, plant technology, steel production, elevator manufacturing and much more. We work in large and small businesses all around the world – but we always work together. We have over 200 years of experience in industry and the latest cutting-edge technology. We have a position that‘s right for you, that piques your interest, and that puts your skills to the test.

About thyssenkrupp Automotive Systems of America LLC
Material Planner supports daily production operations by securing an optimal supply of material required for manufacturing to meet daily customer demand. Responsible for ensuring coordination and release of components required to meet customer requirements efficiently while maintaining approved inventory levels.

Your responsibilities
Knowledge & Skills:
High tolerance towards working under pressure
Highly developed planning, organizing, negotiating, and problem solving skills
Must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills
Personal judgment and independence to take actions, depending on his/her superiors
Works well in a team environment
High motivation to confront challenges and changes
Conditioned independence (following process rules, norms and company policy) and his/her superior's instructions.
Must have SAP experience
Become aware of the TKASA Quality Program

Your profile
Responsibilities Include:
Material planning activities that support production and meet customer requirements
Tracking of supplier shipments
Coordinate RTV's (Return to Vendor)
Coordinate raw material rework with suppliers
Maintain inventory levels in accordance with departmental goals and objectives
Review MRP data to ensure data elements for BOMs, routers and lead times are accurate
Support and drive continuous improvement and lean activities
Operate appropriately within respective areas of the Quality Program
Additional responsibilities and activities may be added on a need basis, as assigned by management.