Supply Chain Ops Associate

**Summary**
- Position does not manage WHSE or Driver team members*
- _General Motors LLP Accounts_

The Material Planning Associate III will be responsible for operational functions, (General Motors LLP Account) independent decision making related to material availability and inventory control.

Shift - 3pm to 11pm Monday to Friday

Salary - 50-55k
- **Competitive benefits package**:

- **Annual Merit increase**:

- **Health Benefits after 30 days**:

- **RRSP and stock options**:

- **Ryder perks and discounts for employees**:

- **Development Opportunities**

**Essential Functions**
- Follow-up all purchased parts to ensure shipment and on-time delivery performance to support production requirements
- Serve as main point of contact for all suppliers. Provide direction to suppliers regarding ship schedule requirements and containment plan when behind schedule. Includes decision making on timing for supplier ship schedules - allowing them to push material out, pull ahead and expedite material as needed based on inventory coverage at plant
- Track critical parts and develop/execute containment plan to ensure no interruptions or down time to manufacturing line, inclusive of decision making on mode and required delivery window to ensure continuity of production
- Coordinate and/or arrange for alternative sources of material, requests for spot buys, if necessary (SPO and other GM Plants)
- Independent monitoring, set-up, and cancellation of truck loads for material pick-up, as necessary to support schedule variations. Ensure proper material coverage at lowest possible cost for customer
- Review part buffers to determine that they cover build requirements. (Metal Centers and Powertrain).
- Document and manage S and AV code exceptions (Assembly Plants) including Alarm Interval maintenance. Determine root-cause and take appropriate action
- MGO Data Maintenance. Maintain accurate inventory levels in MGO, making appropriate adjustments where necessary. Make judgments on posting inventory adjustments based on investigation and analysis. Investigate and process any record adjustment requests from the previous shift

**Additional Responsibilities**
- Perform other duties as assigned

**Skills and Abilities**
- Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors)
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
- Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment
- Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized, with excellent time management skills
- Strong organizational, problem solving and communication skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Flexible work schedule

**Qualifications**
- H.S. diploma/GED required
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- One (1) year or more administrative experience preferred. preferred
- Five (5) years or more relevant experience strongly recommended. preferred

**Travel**: None

**DOT Regulated**: No

**Job Category**: Materials Planning & Scheduling

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