GE Appliances

Material Planner

USA, Louisville, KY

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 11 days ago

Supply ChainLogisticsProcess ImprovementCommunicationCollaboration

About the role

Interested in joining us on our journey?
As a Material Planner at GE Appliances, you will be primarily responsible for overseeing the management of raw materials and purchased components.
Please note that this position requires 100% onsite presence.

We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together.
The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together, we always look for a better way, and we create possibilities.
This role involves direct engagement with the supply base to ensure the timely shipment and receipt of materials necessary to support a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Additionally, you will collaborate with inbound transportation teams to monitor and coordinate the Just-in-Time delivery of materials.
How You'll Create Possibilities
Lead and support initiatives to enhance inventory accuracy, maintain Bill of Material precision, analyze excess and obsolete parts, facilitate new model introductions, and optimize logistics planning.
Establish and sustain effective relationships with both existing and prospective suppliers to support operational objectives.
Coordinate and manage production schedule adjustments and supply shortages with the scheduling team to minimize disruption to manufacturing operations.
Drive continuous improvement in supplier performance, minimizing expedited orders and reducing inventory levels while preventing production line downtime.

Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or scientific-related field or equivalent experience
3+ years of relevant experience in process improvement, lean expertise, change management and/or process redesign within a manufacturing environment.

Working understanding of MRP (Material Requirements Planning) systems.
Comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing and supply chain concepts, including the flow of parts through various stages.
Effective communication skills for clear information exchange.
Sound judgment, planning, and systematic skills for effective interaction with management, production teams, and supplier contacts.
Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities.
Outstanding interpersonal skills, with the capacity to motivate teams and achieve exceptional results.
In-depth understanding of the Appliance Industry.

Empower colleagues by fostering an environment where all voices are heard, valued, and encouraged to contribute.
Reinforce a culture of belonging, purpose, and engagement.
GE Appliances is a trust-based organization.
GE Appliances is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Working conditions are normal for both an office and a manufacturing environment.
Work may involve lifting materials and products up to 30 pounds.
Working in the manufacturing environment requires the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, work shoes/boots.
Work may require occasional weekend and/or evening work.
We are cultivating a culture of engagement, belonging, and connection, because while attracting new talent remains a priority, retention is a cornerstone of our strategy.

Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Appliances participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S

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