Material Planner

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Material Planner

Reporting to the Production Planner, the Material Planner is responsible for translating production requirements into concrete actions through material requirements planning, manufacturing master data management, and the execution of manufacturing-related transactional processes.

The incumbent is responsible for creating and monitoring Manufacturing Orders (MOs), as well as managing planning parameters within the ERP system.

The Material Planner acts as a key partner to the Production, Inventory, Logistics, Engineering, and Procurement teams to ensure the effective execution of the production plan and support the growth of manufacturing operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Material Requirements Planning:

• Analyze system-generated requirements.
• Plan material requirements needed to support the production plan.
• Ensure the availability of raw materials, components, and subassemblies required for manufacturing.
• Maintain planning parameters within the ERP system.
• Perform material coverage analyses to identify risks that could impact the production plan.
• Identify potential shortages and coordinate required actions with the relevant stakeholders.
• Participate in production planning meetings.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful execution of the manufacturing plan.

Manufacturing Order (MO) Management:

• Create, plan, and release Manufacturing Orders in the ERP system.
• Validate component availability before releasing Manufacturing Orders.
• Prioritize Manufacturing Orders based on production plan requirements.
• Monitor the daily progress of Manufacturing Orders.
• Coordinate required activities with the Production, Inventory, and Logistics teams.
• Identify and resolve material constraints that may impact production schedules.
• Ensure Manufacturing Orders are properly closed in the ERP system.
• Analyze consumption, yield, and production variances associated with Manufacturing Orders.
• Ensure the integrity and accuracy of ERP transactions related to manufacturing activities.
• Participate in the continuous improvement of production planning and execution processes.

Continuous Improvement:

• Participate in the improvement of ERP and MRP processes.
• Develop and maintain performance indicators related to material planning and production execution.
• Participate in projects aimed at optimizing manufacturing processes.
• Recommend improvements to increase operational efficiency and strengthen manufacturing operations.
• Contribute to initiatives supporting the growth and transformation of manufacturing operations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• College diploma (DEC) or Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in material planning, production planning, manufacturing operations, or inventory management.
• Demonstrated experience working with an ERP/MRP system.
• Experience creating, managing, and monitoring Manufacturing Orders.

PROFIL:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Good knowledge of ERP concepts and processes.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and accountable.
• Results-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Proficiency in both French and English, spoken and written.

At Octasic, you will contribute to developing cutting-edge technologies that help Canada and its allies better understand, protect, and secure an ever-changing world. Join us!

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