Materials Planning Director Job Description
The following is a full job description for Materials Planning Director. Here are the requirements and responsibilities for Materials Planning Director along with statistics. If after reading this page you determine that Materials Planning Director is not the position you are looking for, you may want to try one of these similar titles: Materials Planning Manager, Materials Planning Supervisor, Materials Planning Assistant I, Materials Planning Assistant III, Materials Planning Assistant II, Strategic Planning Director, Senior, Strategic Planning Director, Materials Planning Senior Manager, Materials Management Manager
Requirements and Responsibilities For Materials Planning Director
Develops and directs the overall raw material planning and operations of an organization. Ensures raw materials are available to meet designated production schedules. Utilizes MRP system to monitor material planning from purchasing, processing, warehousing, and production. Coordinates with stakeholders in purchasing and inventory control to develop master plans and forecasts to ensure material needs are met. Manages supplier relationships and negotiates lead times and favorable terms on recurring orders. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to senior management. Manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function.
 
Also referred to as: Materials/Inventory Planning Director
Similar Jobs:  Materials Planning Manager, Materials Planning Supervisor, Materials Planning Assistant I, Materials Planning Assistant III, Materials Planning Assistant II, Strategic Planning Director, Senior, Strategic Planning Director, Materials Planning Senior Manager, Materials Management Manager
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Industries:  Aerospace & Defense, Biotechnology, Business Services, Chemicals, Construction, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, Energy & Utilities, Financial Services, Healthcare, Hospitality & Leisure, Insurance, Internet, Media, MFG Durable, MFG Nondurable, Pharmaceuticals, Retail & Wholesale, Software & Networking, Telecom, Transportation
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