Material Requirements and Logistics Planner Full Time

Your Job

INVISTA has an immediate need for a Material Requirements and Logistics Planner. This position will be based out of our site in Maitland, Ontario. We seek a skilled and motivated team member to transform the systems and processes used to manage our production planning, reconciliation processes and transportation movements. The selected individual will anticipate and respond to the production needs of the business to ensure the plant operates with correct amounts of raw materials, consumption is reconciled to production and customer order requirements are fulfilled.

This position will report to the Manufacturing Services and Logistics Crew Leader. You will collaborate and work closely with various internal & external organizations (i.e. logistics, finance, technical, business, regulators etc.). The successful candidate will work in a self- managed, cross-trained environment committed to serving our customers, while advancing transformation in logistics and MRP processes.

Our Team

Join our team and enjoy a variety of responsibilities which are key to the delivery of product to our valued customers. A successful candidate will possess strong communication skills with the ability to provide service and solutions to customers. A strong ability to prioritize and work in a fast-paced environment is a key component for this position. We offer a strong culture of development and professional growth opportunities. Join our team and grow with us!

What You Will Do

• Coordinate and track deliveries to their destination utilizing appropriate documentation, carriers, equipment, and loading requirements
• Interface with internal and external partners to identify, plan, and execute efficient transportation plans
• Set specific priorities with assigned carriers and site services operations to accomplish delivery fulfillment and meet the shipment schedule
• Oversee carrier scheduling based on mode and monitor transit times
• Manage bulk fleet optimization and drive equipment availability
• Identify systemic problems and initiate corrective solutions
• Coordinate finished goods workflows
• Create an environment that promotes knowledge transfer and ownership across team members
• Champion and lead change initiatives and continuous improvement efforts
• Optimize production, inventory and procurement processes in an evolving global marketplace, using collaboration, technology, and innovation
• Managing SAP material inventories to confirm and maintain accuracy enabling the business to plan and manage inventory risks and financial cost of producing
• Analyze data, problem solve and follow through to resolution in a team or individual environment
• Maintain Master Data – Accurate master data and BOMs are required to reflect proper materials associated to production
• GIP, Cycle Count of Materials – analyze the physical count results to the SAP results using Power Bi to identify any differences. Investigate variances to determine root cause and make the necessary process changes to bring the results into alignment
• Identify and automate tasks to streamline and transform how work is completed

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Five (5) or more years’ experience in Logistics, Material Requirements Planning (MRP) or Supply Chain
• Super User status or experience in ERP specifically SAP ECC, SAP Transportation Management, Power BI, and SharePoint

What Will Put You Ahead

• Supply Chain / Logistics certification
• Prior experience/training in transporting dangerous goods Worldwide
• Post Secondary Degree (Associates/Bachelors)

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Who We Are

As a Koch company, INVISTA has a long history of working to make the world around you a better place. From parts for the automotive industry to medical equipment, air bags, food packaging and clothing, our ingredients in the nylon 6,6 and polypropylene value chains help bring many of life’s essential products to market.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

The job application can be saved and submitted, there is no need for a resume and cover letter. The application is attached to the email.

Medical clearance for this assignment will be required prior to finalizing the selection process.

Selection will be a combination of scoring from the Job Application and interviews and testing as necessary. All else being equal, seniority will prevail.

NOTE: Employees who currently receive VCI premium in their current role should review Appendix J of the Collective Agreement prior to applying.

NOTE: In cases of employee-initiated reassignment, (Site / Area postings, reassignment requests etc.) vacation may need to be re-selected in the new area based on the existing profile. The employee must understand that their vacation selection may not be maintained and consider this in their decision to request a reassignment.

We are an equal opportunity employer. If you require accommodation or assistance at any time during the application or selection processes, please submit a request by following the directions located in the FAQ section at the bottom of the kochcareers.com webpage

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

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