Salary Range: $90-99K/year

  MRO Inventory Planner I. Summary

Manages the ordering and scheduling of MRO supplies (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations supplies). Responsible for the proper planning and control of spare parts inventory which includes determining essential spare parts to stock and manage inventory volume based on consumption and production needs. Fulfill customer requirements at the lowest total delivered cost while maintaining optimal inventory levels.

May also include leading refurbishment activities through the Refurb Coordinator duties and supporting the management of inventory health.

This role does not handle raw materials or bulk process chemicals for manufacturing, waste water treatment, Utilities or machine clothing, etc.

• Communicate delivery date revisions.
• Expedite parts for breakdowns.
• Emergency stock transfers to/from other mills.
• Ensure orders are scheduled to arrive in time for shutdowns.

Time Spent: 50%

• Maintain appropriate stocking levels of critical parts.
• Review material shortage reports.
• Material Master Data maintenance (new material creation, material changes, etc.).

Time Spent: 10%

Time Spent: 10%

• Leading refurbishment activities through the Refurb Coordinator duties and supporting the management of inventory health.
• Management of interim bins in the SAP system.
• Support the continuous analyze the disposition process of obsolete/surplus material and recommend changes to support facility objectives.
  • Management of write-offs, obsolete parts, and scrapping.
• Management of material transfers in warehouse.
• Problem solves during urgent machine down situations by creatively finding solutions to minimize downtime.
• Resolve issues with parts availability by changing purchase delivery dates, support plans, and/or order fulfillment sourcing.

Time Spent: 5%

Time Spent: 20%

• Train less experienced personnel on established methods.
• Facilitate transfer of technical knowledge in the incumbent's area of expertise while demonstrating an understanding of those with a diverse background or experience.

Time Spent: 5%

• Supports an environment in which safety is a known value and leadership responsibilities for loss prevention and control are embraced.
• Helping maintain housekeeping including keeping all bins, aisles, and storage areas clean and clearly labeled.

Technical School or High School diploma/certificate or equivalent with additional equivalent experience.

Minimum of 3-5 years of logistics, warehousing, spare parts management and SAP experience.

Not specified.

• Strong computer skills using Microsoft Office, including proficiency in Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Ability to utilize SAP systems and processes for ordering, receiving, storing and issuing parts and supplies.
• Detail oriented with demonstrated ability to learn and fully utilize systems.

• English.

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• This position requires daily email, voicemail and direct communication with planners, vendors, stores clerks, etc.
• This role must be able to communicate to "inform, engage, and inspire" a wide variety of constituents.

• Engage associates to complete tasks efficiently and with a positive attitude.
• Ability to coach associates in a constructive manner.
• Leads by example and practical applications.

• Exhibit business acumen and the ability to analyze business issues.
• Provide solutions that address and align to broader business requirements and strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate across business functions within EFS and with the customer to leverage expertise.
• Define priorities that result in greatest organizational impact and complete successful execution.

• Model safe work habits to your work team.
• Attend safety training.
• Embrace a culture focused on creating and operating in a safe work environment.
• Follow all workplace and trade safety laws, regulations, standards, practices and policies at all times.
• Wear personal protective equipment when applicable.
• Evaluate the personal protective equipment and tools/equipment used by your team and ensure they meet standards; replace as needed.
• Report all safety issues, concerns and violations; discipline associates who violate safety guidelines.

• Embrace a culture focused on creating and operating in a safe work environment.
• Follow all workplace and trade safety laws, regulations, standards, practices and policies at all times.
• Attend safety training.
• Wear personal protective equipment when applicable.
• Report all safety issues, concerns and violations.

• Complete work in a safe manner.
• Follow policies and procedures as outlined by law, company and customer.
• Treat co-workers, supervisor and customer with mutual trust and respect.
• Always follow the anti-harassment policy.

• Give and receive instructions in a clear and professional manner.
• Communicate effectively with supervisor.

• Accurately complete tasks in a timely and consistent manner.
• Ability to understand and carry out instructions.
• Follow a disciplined approach to complete daily activities.

• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Willing to go above and beyond to satisfy the customer.
• Work with minimal supervision.

• Work cooperatively within a team.
• Display strong customer service orientation.
• Build positive relationships with co-workers, supervisor and customer.

• Arrive on time and prepared for work.
• Flexible and able to adapt to changing business needs.