Material Planner

About us

We see a future where everyone can live and move without limitations. That's why we are developing technologies, systems and concepts that make vehicles safer and cleaner, while serving our communities, the planet and, above all, people.

Forward. For all.

Group Summary

Magna is an innovative leader in the development and manufacturing of seating structures, foam and trim, mechanisms, and complete seats for global automotive, heavy truck and bus industries. Seating is at the center of the consumer vehicle experience and our seating solutions are developed from consumer research, prioritizing comfort, convenience and connectivity.

About the Role

Reporting to the Materials Manager, the Material Planner is responsible for, but not limited to, monitoring production and supplier schedules, utilizing the MRP system to ensure that sufficient materials are present within Qualtech Seating Systems' standard inventory levels and ensuring the timely shipment of finished goods to Customers. The anticipated start date for this role is January 20, 2025.

Your Responsibilities

• Responsible for the proper scheduling and releasing of materials at Qualtech Seating Systems, ensuring suppliers ship as required to Qualtech Seating Systems' supplier material standards and responsible for enforcing chargeback policy.
• Responsible to optimize logistics, ensure proper packaging and to manage inventory levels to Qualtech Seating Systems' satisfaction.
• Oversee production schedules and ensure daily manufacturing schedules are attained to satisfy Customer expectations.
• Responsible for the accuracy of all shipping information on all shipping documents.
• Monitors supplier delivery performance to attain Qualtech Seating Systems' goals and objectives.
• Other projects and duties as assigned.

Your preferred qualifications

• Post-secondary education in materials management or equivalent experience. Five or more years of progressive experience in a materials/manufacturing related environment preferred
• Excellent knowledge of Customer shipping requirements, inventory controls, production scheduling, engineering systems/procedures and plant raw materials
• Demonstrated understanding of inventory management principles and practices as well as superior analytical, planning and problem solving skills
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills and a proficiency with Microsoft, SAP and other manufacturing related software
• Good attention to detail and above average problem solving ability to meet multiple demands, deadlines and to support production planning programs
• APICS certification would be an asset

Accommodations for disabilities in relation to the job selection process are available upon request.

What we offer

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

Awareness. Unity. Empowerment.

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That's why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.