Western Digital

Western Digital

Material Planner – Spare Parts & Manufacturing Supplies

San Jose, CA, United States · Mid

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 1 day ago
Cloud PlatformsExcelSupply ChainProcurementERPInventory ManagementVoIPCommunicationProblem Solving

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Entry-level history0
PERM / green-card track0
Lottery odds40
Fits your clock70

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Green-card follow-through: 81%

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Files H-1B transfers

90 transfer filings in the last year, covering 414 workers. Median labor-condition decision: 7 days. An employer that already files transfers is one that can take over an existing H-1B.

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About the role

  • It's real systems, at real scale, people solving some of the hardest challenges in technology today.
  • Join us and let's shape the future of data.
  • The role also oversees the Engineering Change Notice (ECN) process for part number creation and changes, working closely with Engineering and Procurement to ensure accurate setup, pricing, and lifecycle management of materials.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and maintain adequate inventory levels for spare parts and manufacturing supplies to support operational requirements.
  • Manage and optimize min/max levels and other planning parameters in Oracle Cloud.
  • Create and manage purchase requisitions and ensure timely follow up with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
  • Lead the Engineering Change Notice (ECN) process for part number creation, updates, and end-of-life management.
  • Collaborate with Engineering to support new or special part requests and ensure accurate part setup in the system.
  • Partner with Procurement to address pricing, sourcing, and supplier related issues.
  • Support internal audits and compliance initiatives related to material control and planning processes.
  • Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities in planning accuracy, system utilization, and process efficiency.

Requirements

  • Every interaction, every model, every system generates data that must be stored, managed, and made accessible over time.
  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum of 3+ years of experience in material planning, production planning, or inventory management in a manufacturing or maintenance support environment.
  • Proficiency in Oracle Cloud or equivalent ERP systems.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and related analytical tools.
  • Experience with spare parts or indirect materials planning.
  • In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

Compensation

  • The salary range is what we believe to be the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting.
  • We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in California, Colorado, New York or remote jobs that can be performed in California, Colorado and New York.
  • If your position is non-exempt, you are eligible for overtime pay pursuant to company policy and applicable laws. You may also be eligible for shift differential pay, depending on the shift to which you are assigned.
  • You will be eligible to be considered for bonuses under either WD's Short Term Incentive Plan ("STI Plan") or the Sales Incentive Plan ("SIP") which provides incentive awards based on Company and individual performance, depending on your role and your performance.
  • You may be eligible to participate in our annual Long-Term Incentive (LTI) program, which consists of restricted stock units (RSUs) or cash equivalents, pursuant to the terms of the LTI plan.
  • Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable.

Benefits

  • Strong understanding of inventory management principles, including min/max planning, safety stock, and lead time management.
  • Please note that not all roles are eligible to participate in the LTI program, and not all roles are eligible for equity under the LTI plan.
  • RSU awards are also available to eligible new hires, subject to WD's Standard Terms and Conditions for Restricted Stock Unit Awards.

Company info

  • As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within.
  • We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us.
  • We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

Equal opportunity

  • Please contact us at jobs.accommodations@wdc.com to advise us of your accommodation request.
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