Materials Planning - Lead Coordinator

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate daily materials planning and scheduling activities.
• Ensure availability of materials to meet project timelines.
• Analyze demand forecasts and translate them into material requirements.
• Monitor inventory levels and maintain optimal stock to balance cost and service levels.
• Collaborate with procurement teams to expedite or adjust purchase orders.
• Track material shortages and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain material planning systems, reports, and KPIs.
• Coordinate with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery and resolve supply issues.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in supply chain and inventory management.
• Train and guide junior planners or coordinators as needed.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Material availability rate
• Inventory turnover ratio
• Stock-out frequency
• On-time delivery performance
• Forecast accuracy