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Material Planner

Location:

Grover, NC, US, 28086

Position Type: Professional

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

What you will do

Material Planner

Position Description

The Material Planner (service & 3PL) position is part of the Supply Chain & Logistics department at the Kings Mountain Operations (KMO) plant. This position is responsible for managing 3PL vendor and managing Service/distribution customer base.

• Perform order handling/expediting functions and daily parts maintenance (e.g. supersessions, and parts requisitions to purchasing, loading ship dates) as necessary.

• Input service demand in the MRP system and create service orders and communicate with production on service orders.

• Lead weekly production meetings to ensure service parts are completed by the due date.

• Communicate organizational expectations to achieve continuous improvements in quality, lead-time and costs.

• Host and drive effective meetings with focus on supplier accountability (3PL) and follow-up.

• Schedule service pickup and prepare paperwork and update MRP system to ensure timely shipment of parts.

• Provide effective customer-focused responses in a timely manner to internal/external customers.

• Prepare, create, and analyze reports and statistics as required/directed by management (such as cost analysis, quantitative analysis, supplier performance, etc..).

• Resolve internal/external parts discrepancies with distribution centers and suppliers.

• Serve as liaison between customer service, product support, and purchasing.

• Participate in cross functional/cultural teams.

• Remain abreast of product knowledge, organizational structure and strategy.

• Work on continuous improvement through the Volvo Production System.

• Act according to the Volvo Values.

• Other duties as assigned by management.

Who are you?

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or 3 years’ experience in a relevant field.

• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced team environment striving towards operational excellence guided by Volvo’s Values and the Code of Conduct.

Necessary Technical/Functional/Language Skills

• As all documentation is in English, proficiency in the English language is required.

• Strong understanding of supply chain processes and theories.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong interpersonal skills.

• Strong negotiation skills.

• Strong math, problem solving, and analytical skills.

• Ability to work independently.

• SAP experience preferred.

• Internally motivated and proactive.

• Strong knowledge of PC applications required, especially Microsoft Excel. Knowledge of Microsoft Access desirable.

What’s in it for you?

We recognize that financial rewards and great benefits are important aspects of an ideal job. That is why we offer competitive financial compensation, including various compensation plans, and a solid benefits package.

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance.

• 401k, With Matching Contributions.

• Paid Time Off, including 8 paid community volunteering hours per year.

• Health Savings Account (HSA)/Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) Options.

• Growth Opportunities.

• Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance.

• Discounted benefits to local event venues and events, as well as National business partners.

• On-site Café with Catering Option for Busy Lifestyles.

• 24/7/365 On-site Gym and Lockers offered at a reduced, monthly membership fee.

• Free health and wellness programs and resources.

• Electric vehicle charging stations, bike racks, walking paths and outdoor-dining seating at multiple locations on campus.

Ready for the next move?

Are you excited to bring your skills and disruptive ideas to the table? We can’t wait to hear from you. Apply today!

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Who we are and what we believe in

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group . Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities.

Group Trucks Operations encompasses all production of the Group’s manufacturing of Volvo, Renault and Mack trucks, as well as engines and transmissions. We also orchestrate the spare parts distribution for Volvo Group’s customers globally and design, operate and optimize logistics and supply chains for all brands. We count 30,000 employees at 30 plants and 50 distribution centers across the globe. Our global footprint offers an opportunity for an international career in a state-of-the-art industrial environment, where continuous improvement is the foundation. As our planet is facing great challenges, we - one of the largest industrial organizations in the world - stand at the forefront of innovation. We are ready to rise to the challenge. Would you like to join us?

Job Category: Supply Chain & Logistics

Organization: Group Trucks Operations

Travel Required: Occasional Travel

Requisition ID: 20451

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Do we share the same aspirations?

Every day, Volvo Group products and services ensure that people have food on the table, children arrive safely at school and roads and buildings can be constructed. Looking ahead, we are committed to driving the transition to sustainable and safe transport, mobility and infrastructure solutions toward a net-zero society.

Joining Volvo Group, you will work with some of the world’s most iconic brands and be part of a global and leading industrial company that is harnessing automated driving, electromobility and connectivity.

Our people are passionate about what they do, they aim for high performance and thrive on teamwork and learning. Everyday life at Volvo is defined by a climate of support, care and mutual respect.

If you aspire to grow and make an impact, join us on our journey to create a better and more resilient society for the coming generations.

Nearest Major Market: Charlotte

Nearest Secondary Market: Concord