Hybrid Senior Materials Planner bei Modula Inc.

Description

Who We Are:

Modula is the leading US manufacturer of vertical lift modules (VLM) and automated storage and retrieval systems. Modula US has a manufacturing plant in Dayton, OH. Our corporate global headquarters is in Italy with many locations around the globe. Modula’s goal is to be an exceptional workplace admired for growing and developing talented employees and leaders, building innovative products through the development of a highly skilled and engaged workforce. 

Modula’s Values: We are culture and value driven; regardless of position and title we are all in all the time. 

• Passion- Proud of our work/Modula, love what you do, positive energy, go the extra mile, engaging
• Pursuit of Excellence- Continuous improvement, committed, attention to detail
• Accountability- Lead by example, follow through, integrity, create trust with team & customers.
• Agility- Flexible & adaptable, embrace change, ability to multi-task, sense of urgency.
• Teamwork- Proactive & effective communication, respect, humility, curious, open-minded, diversity

Position Summary:

The Senior Materials Planner is responsible to ensure the seamless and cost-effective flow of domestic materials required for Modula’s manufacturing operations and after market demand. This role involves forecasting material requirements, optimizing inventory levels and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure on-time production and delivery. The Senior Materials Planner serves as a key point of contact between the operations, production, and procurement teams and is required to be on-site five (5) days per week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, execute, and maintain material planning strategies to meet production schedules and after market demand.
• Collaborate with procurement, production, and engineering teams to monitor material requirements and avoid shortages or excess inventory.
• Analyze material consumption trends, lead times, and supplier data to improve forecasting accuracy.
• Review material requirements planning (MRP) systems, monitoring data integrity and alignment with production schedules.
• Manage inventory levels to optimize working capital while ensuring uninterrupted production.
• Support new product launches by coordinating material availability with engineering change orders.
• Identify and implement process improvements for material inventory.
• Review and assist in inventory cycle counts as well as year-end inventory.
• Resolve material-related issues impacting production and escalate critical risks when necessary.
• Ensure compliance with Modula’s quality standards, ISO requirements, and safety policies.

Requirements

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in materials planning, supply chain, or inventory management, preferably in a      manufacturing environment.
• APICS CPIM or CSCP certification is strongly preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of MRP/ERP systems (SAP experience preferred).
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and data analysis.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritize tasks in a      fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and supplier relationship management skills.
• Proven track record of leading process improvement initiatives.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with production, engineering, and procurement teams.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing  and Just-in-Time (JIT) principles.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• On-time material availability.
• Accuracy of material forecasts.
• Reduction of excess inventory.

Working Conditions:

• Office-based with regular interaction on the production floor.
• Occasional extended hours to meet project milestones or customer requirements.