Raw Materials Planner
Company | Essity |
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Location | Hackleburg, AL, USA |
Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
Type | Full-Time |
Degrees | Bachelor’s |
Experience Level | Junior, Mid Level |
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Procurement, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field preferred
- Strong analytical, problem-solving skills and data-driven decision-making approach
- Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on operational efficiency
- Effective communication skills across all levels of the organization
- Adaptability and ability to multi-task
- Be able to work and develop in ambiguity
- Excellent team player
- SAP or equivalent experience is advantageous
Responsibilities
- Plan raw material deliveries in the short, medium, and long term to meet production demands and maintain efficient operations
- Engage in Operations meetings and daily plant tours to identify and support resolution of quality issues
- Support Fiber Procurement Manager in organizing and implementing fiber trials with the operations team
- Collaborate with various departments to mitigate potential material shortages, ensure smooth production flow, and drive continuous improvement
- Ensure accurate and timely resolution of accounting discrepancies
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, contributing to their performance evaluations
- Actively contribute to new projects aimed at improving operational efficiency, reducing costs, and contributing to savings opportunities, including end to end evaluations
- Analyze and update safety stock levels for raw materials based on individual material and factory constraints
- Ensure accurate and up-to-date master data in the system
- Comply with all Essity safety, purchasing and financial policies
Preferred Qualifications
- SAP or equivalent experience is advantageous