Vendor Planner

ResponsibilitiesMonitor computerized reportsCorrect the materials systemReview BOM/PPAP/Purchase contracts and schedulingCoordinate activities with different Materials departmentsMonitor the resolution of issues that arise in the Materials SystemMaintain frequent contact with others outside the work teamProvide support in resolving problems with suppliers and schedulingMaintain updated inventory information for unique partsAttend New Product meetings (assisted by supervisor)Follow up on purchase orders placed with suppliersTrack purchase orders and their assigned promise datesEnsure that critical parts identified are purchased as soon as possibleCommunicate with affected users when a critical part reaches zero inventory (Reaction Plan)Contact suppliers to resolve excess or shortage issuesEnsure required materials are not missing to prevent production line shutdownsMonitor and follow up on negative inventories, open ASNs, and components with pending payments (together with Project Ma...