The Role
The Material Planner within the Supply Chain / Operations team is responsible for ensuring the timely availability of direct materials to support uninterrupted manufacturing operations. This role contributes to operational efficiency by managing inventory levels, coordinating with suppliers, and ensuring materials flow aligns with production needs.
What You’ll Do (Impact Areas)
Material Planning & Execution
- Plan direct materials by creating and managing purchase orders with suppliers.
- Ensure availability of raw materials and components aligned with production requirements.
- Monitor and manage material supply from PO release to point of use.

Inventory Management
- Control and optimize inventory levels based on defined targets (e.g., safety stock, min/max levels).
- Analyze and maintain Days on Hand (DOH) to balance availability and cost efficiency.
- Ensure accurate inventory records within ERP systems.

Supplier Coordination
- Track and follow up on supplier purchase orders to ensure on-time and in-full delivery.




- Collaborate with external suppliers to resolve delays and supply issues.

Process Improvement & Systems Accuracy
- Identify and drive continuous improvement opportunities within material planning processes.
- Maintain clean and accurate ERP/system data to support decision-making.
- Contribute to tactical planning initiatives to optimize material flow and inventory.

Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with production, logistics, and procurement teams to ensure alignment.
- Support interdepartmental initiatives that benefit plant performance and business outcomes.

What Success Looks Like
- Consistent material availability with no production disruptions.
- Inventory levels aligned with targets (optimized DOH, minimal excess/shortage).
- High supplier performance in terms of delivery time and volume accuracy.
- Accurate and reliable data within ERP systems.
- Continuous improvement initiatives implemented to enhance efficiency and cost c

📌 Planeador de Materiales (San Pedro Garza García)
🏢 Clarios
📍 San Pedro Garza García