Core Responsibilities
MRP / MPS Planning Ownership
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Own execution and integrity of MRP and MPS processes, translating demand into executable production, purchasing, and replenishment plans
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Maintain and continuously improve planning parameters including lead times, safety stock, reorder points, order multiples, and planning horizons
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Lead planning including MRP runs, exception reviews, shortage analysis, and recovery planning
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Identify material, capacity, or lead-time constraints and develop resolution scenarios with clear tradeoffs
Purchasing Execution & Supplier Leadership
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Execute and manage purchase orders for production materials and MRO items in alignment with approved supply plans and sourcing strategies
Inventory, Cost & Business Judgment
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Balance service levels, inventory exposure, and working capital through disciplined planning and purchasing decisions
Cross-Functional Leadership & Communication
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Partner with Operations, Sales, Warehouse, Customer Service, and Finance to align plans with execution realities
Systems, Data & Process Leadership
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Serve as senior power user and functional owner of planning and purchasing processes within the ERP system
Key Performance Indicators
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MRP plan quality and execution follow-through
