part of kdc/one , zobele is a multinational, integral leader in product development and manufacturing, key partner of the top home & personal care fmcg´s companies . To meet our growth challenges, we are pleased to involve proactive, resourceful, enthusiastic and talented professionals willing to join the team. Our site in hermosillo , sonora (mexico) is currently looking for a

material planning specialist

ensure the supply of raw materials for production plans while maintaining appropriate inventory levels, supporting the achievement of departmental goals and the plant's objectives.

responsibilities:

- comply with and follow up on established good manufacturing practices (gmp) requirements.
- maintain optimal inventory levels to support the production plan.
- minimize the number of system exception messages.
- review and manage shortage reports and material risk reports.
- generate purchase orders for raw materials.
- confirm material delivery schedules.
- respond to supplier communications and inquiries.
- analyze demand changes and their impact on material requirements.
- manage imports, shipment logistics, and domestic and international transportation activities.
- confirm scheduled material pickups.
- attend cft (cross-functional team) meetings.
- update purchase orders based on supplier invoices received.
- analyze materials with special situations, including purchases below or above agreed minimum order quantities (moq).
- confirm production requirements and update weekly demand loading schedules.




- propose and implement improvements to work processes, including:
- minimum order quantities (moq)
- warehousing and storage
- transportation
- material handling
- support the implementation and maintenance of the 5s culture.
- participate in kaizen initiatives and continuous improvement activities.
- follow up on supplier payments and payment scheduling in coordination with the finance team.
- track material changes related to new projects or business initiatives.
- analyze customer safety stock, dfc, and safety time parameters as applicable.
- review and analyze obsolete and expired material reports.
- maintain material master data in sap.

requirements:

- advanced english proficiency (90% or higher).
- bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, logistics, international trade , or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
- 3+ years of experience in a similar role, focusing on production, materials planning and logistics
- experience with sap (mrp) systems.
- knowledge of transportation and logistics processes.
- proficiency in microsoft office suite .
- inventory management experience, including kanban and fifo methodologies.
- strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities.

zobele by kdc/one is an equal opportunity employer and as such, treats all applications equally and recruits purely on the basis of skills and qualifications.

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📌 Material planning specialist (México)
🏢 Zobele Group
📍 México