Materials Planner

Materials Planner | Utilimaster | Bristol, IN (North) Regular Employee | Salary ExemptWho we areAt The Shyft Group, we are driven to deliver, and as the North American leader in specialty vehicles, our portfolio of last-mile delivery vehicles, work trucks, and motorhome chassis brings people, goods, and services where they need to be.We are strengthened by nine industry-leading brands -- Utilimaster, Blue Arc™ EV Solutions, Royal® Truck Body, DuraMag, Magnum, Strobes-R-Us, Spartan® RV Chassis, Red Diamond, ITU, and Builtmore. Over 4,000 employees across ten states and two countries work independently and together as one team under Shyft, building chassis, vehicle bodies, and accessories that improve every route, every run, and every ride.Empowered by a supportive, inclusive, and highly entrepreneurial culture, every person behind our brands is given the tools they need to make a positive contribution to the company, their community, and their families. Together under the Shyft umbrella, our teams drive new synergies that bring innovations to life on the road - for an experience that is safer, more satisfying, more rewarding all around.With 50 years and millions of miles behind us, we continue to charge forward - leading the commercial vehicle transition to electric, innovating across all our brands, and earning our position among Fortune's 100 Fastest Growing Companies.What you'll doAs the Materials Planner for Utilimaster (A Shyft Brand) based at our facility in Bristol, IN, you will be focused on utilizing established processes such as demand forecasting, inventory and supplier management, material requirement planning, and continuous improvement to ensure the optimal flow of materials from the supplier's facility through delivery. You will also be instrumental in ensuring that we have an adequate supply of materials flowing throughout our operations and in directing the activities of the production materials flow and inventory control functions. You will also: Manage assigned parts and suppliers, including all problem resolutionsDevelop suppliers to ensure improved delivery performance and inventory controlCoordinate engineering changes and build schedules with suppliers and productionMaximize customer satisfaction while minimizing surplusesExamine MRP on a daily and weekly basis to produce supplier releasesLaunch, schedule, defer, expedite, and cancel POs to maintain inventory levelsMonitor and update supplier lead times for system accuracyFacilitate suppliers' understanding of delivery expectations and materials quantity via reportsProactively confirm delivery and schedules against purchase orders and adjust when necessaryCollect shortage reports and tracking firm delivery schedulesObtain realistic delivery dates on shortages and follow up promptlyMitigate the risk of disrupting production by identifying parts shortages in advanceAssist with packaging projects by implementing returnable packaging programsMonitor and manage freight and logistics costsProcess material requisitions for materials, repair of parts, equipment, and special engineering projects Identify the root causes behind missed deliveriesOptimize inventory accuracy with VMI, Kanban cards, or Min/Max systemsPartner with Purchasing, Operations, Finance, and the vendor(s) to identify and implement the appropriate inventory levels, order requirements and quantities, and delivery offsetsFollow established procedures; initiate and implement improvements Learn more about The Shyft Group, , and by exploring the Learn More section below.QualificationsBachelor's degree in supply chain management or business, OR equivalent materials planning experience 3+ years of materials, logistical, or eventplanning experience (manufacturing environment preferred)A track record of constructing and guiding cross-functional teamsA reputation for being versatile, flexible, and attentive to detail within constantly changing prioritiesProficiency with Microsoft 365A history of effectively handling multiple projects and delivering on time Learn More The content below is exclusively available on our careers site job description:https://theshyftgroup.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/4/home/requisition/867?c=theshyftgroup The Shyft Group Employee Testimonials Our Story Sustainability YouTube LinkedIn Join Our Talent Community Utilimaster News Fleet Vehicles Pick-Upfits Electric Fleet Vehicles Commercial Truck Bodies Follow Utilimaster on LinkedIn, Facebook, and YouTube Bristol, IN Bristol, IN - Cost-of-Living Calculator The Town of Bristol - Official Site Best of Bristol, IN (TripAdvisor) About Bristol, IN - via BestPlaces.netWhy The Shyft Group? We believe that when our people thrive personally and professionally, our business thrives. We are committed to offering comprehensive benefits programs that stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain a work/life balance. Stay Healthy: Medical and Rx PlanHealth Savings AccountDental and Vision PlanHealthcare Flexible SpendingWellness Plan Financial Security: 401 (k) Retirement SavingsShort and Long Term DisabilityCompany Provided Life and Dependent Life InsuranceVoluntary Term Life Insurance Work/Life Balance: Educational ReimbursementEmployee Assistance ProgramDependent Care FSA Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) The Shyft Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified Individual with a Disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply, please email us at careers@theshyftgroup.com. The Shyft Group is an E-Verify Employer Shyft uses E-Verify, which is an online system operated by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility and validate social security numbers. Through participation in the E-Verify program, information entered on Form I-9 will be provided and compared to information available at both of these agencies. See posters for more details. E-Verify Notice U.S. Right to Work Notice.