Material Planner

Req ID:412698

Leading societies to a low carbon future, Alstom develops and markets mobility solutions that provide the sustainable foundations for the future of transportation. Our product portfolio ranges from high-speed trains, metros, monorail, and trams to integrated systems, customised services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility solutions. Joining us means joining a caring, responsible, and innovative company where more than 70,000 people lead the way to greener and smarter mobility, worldwide.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB: You are in charge of defining and controlling adequate inventory level of materials in order to fulfill Production / Operations / Installation requirements while minimizing cash immobilization.

ORGANISATION Organisation structure (job belongs to...) Supply Chain department Reports directly to: Material Planner Manager Other reporting to: NA

Direct reports:

NA

Network & Links Internal

• Logistics Teams
• Production / Maintenance & Repairs Operations
• Procurement
• Quality
• SDPM (Supplier Delivery Performance Manager)
• PrSCL (Project Supply Chain Leader) / PrIdM (Project Industrialization Manager)
• Finance * Global Supply Chain Team
• Internal Suppliers (other Alstom Sites)
• External Suppliers
• Transportation Provider
• 3PL (External Logistics Provider)

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Material scheduling: only for buy parts
• Calculate ABC Classification
• Manage Stock Policy and Size Inventory Levels
• Define & Control Buy Material Master Data
• Monitor MRP Run
• Manage Material Net Demand
• Calculate and Update Forecasts
• Manage Material Availability (missing parts)
• Manage Material Scheduling activities at project /product initialization and Change
• Manage Material Scheduling activities at project /product closure
• Manage Excess Stock

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

• Plan and manage inventory to achieve the projects or company targets.
• Execute Service Supply Chain business goals with supporting metrics, such as on-time delivery, inventory accuracy and material line accuracy.
• Plan and manage inventory for production departments.
• Complete parts planning analysis and manage inventory for multiple site locations & 3rd party subcontract suppliers providing repair services.
• Interact with Customer Service, Purchasing, Sales, Warehouse, Operations, Engineering to accomplish scheduling of inventories to support projects, production and 3rd party sales.
• Interact with forecast or demand planning to ensure inventory planning is based on the most current and accurate forecast.
• Forecast demand for refurbished parts and components needed to support production and field service requirements.
• Provide resolution and execution to key shortage issues.
• Ability to prepare and analyze the short and long-range capacity plans.
• Manage the Inventory reduction project for slow, excess and obsolete materials.
• Provide end of life product analysis and forecasts utilizing historical analysis, trend data and product failure rates to establish future component demand requirements.
• Perform SAP material part maintenance to ensure MRP integrity.
• Supports other departments (i.e. Customer Service, Operations, Materials, Engineering, Safety, Purchasing, etc.)
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Support off-site requirements relating to ALSTOM Transport.
• Other special projects assigned by Manager.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

• Plan and manage inventory to achieve the projects or company targets.
• Execute Service Supply Chain business goals with supporting metrics, such as on-time delivery, inventory accuracy and material line accuracy.
• Plan and manage inventory for production departments.
• Complete parts planning analysis and manage inventory for multiple site locations & 3rd party subcontract suppliers providing repair services.
• Interact with Customer Service, Purchasing, Sales, Warehouse, Operations, Engineering to accomplish scheduling of inventories to support projects, production and 3rd party sales.
• Interact with forecast or demand planning to ensure inventory planning is based on the most current and accurate forecast.
• Forecast demand for refurbished parts and components needed to support production and field service requirements.
• Provide resolution and execution to key shortage issues.
• Ability to prepare and analyze the short and long-range capacity plans.
• Manage the Inventory reduction project for slow, excess and obsolete materials.
• Provide end of life product analysis and forecasts utilizing historical analysis, trend data and product failure rates to establish future component demand requirements.
• Perform SAP material part maintenance to ensure MRP integrity.
• Supports other departments (i.e. Customer Service, Operations, Materials, Engineering, Safety, Purchasing, etc.)
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Support off-site requirements relating to ALSTOM Transport.
• Other special projects assigned by Manager.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:Bachelors Degree preferred and 3 years experience in Inventory control, Manufacturing or Warehouse environment.

• SAP, Microsoft Office, excel, word
• APICS and /or CPIM certification preferred
• Must have Personal computer skills:
• Word /Excel
• (2 ) Experienced in SAP software activities.
• Good Phone skills. Good written/verbal communication and math skills.
• Must manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

KNOWLEDGE SPECIFICATIONS:

• A thorough knowledge of managing inventory, service levels & supply performance.
• A thorough knowledge of current Acela program support processes & related SAP functions.
• Productivity and results focused with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently under minimal supervision.
• Excellent time management and follow through with attention to detail.
• Quality oriented with a focus on exceeding customer expectations.
• Knowledge and utilization of root cause analysis and corrective and preventative actions.
• Ability to identify, establish and drive continuous improvements.
• Organization/scheduling, planning analyzing skills
• Domestic and International shipment requirements with Government Agencies and our Company policies.
• Problem solving skills
• Good written/verbal communication skills
• Confidentiality, reasoning, language, multi-tasking, scheduling, follow-through, decision-making.
• A flexible and professional manner.

PHYSCIAL DEMANDS:Traveling to various sites, working in various conditions. Office sitting, walking, standing, filing and lifting materials under 50 pounds.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:Can come in contact with truck exhaust fumes. Temperature changes when dock doors are open, exposure can last 20 minutes or longer, several times per day. Working on site of customer in extreme conditions.

Alstom is the leading company in the mobility sector, solving the most interesting challenges for tomorrow's mobility. That's why we value inquisitive and innovative people who are passionate about working together to reinvent mobility, making it smarter and more sustainable. Day after day, we are building an agile, inclusive and responsible culture, where a diverse group of people are offered opportunities to learn, grow and advance in their careers, with options across functions and geographic locations. Are you ready to join a truly international community of great people on a challenging journey with a tangible impact and purpose?

Equal opportunity statement:
Alstom is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local law.