Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Plans, Schedules and monitors Movement of material from Development, through Pilot and Production Lifecycles  Determines Material Requirements to meet all schedules.   Maintains and Updates Material Forecast in MRP System, and ensures inputs support business objectives  Monitors actual and forecasted inventory levels to prevent obsolescence  Collaborates with the Purchasing Supervisor(s) and team(s), to ensure that required expediting of purchase orders are executed Supports Procurement Functions with Contract Manufacturing  Supports Procurement with focus on supporting Supplier Negotiation Strategies  Responsible for maintaining data integrity of Planning item attributes in ERP System  Identifies BOM discrepancies using proven methods, including cycle count discrepancy analysis, and drives resolution by collaborating with appropriate functional groups.  Develops Inventory Control continuous improvement efforts  Collects, analyzes and presents data related to key Supply Chain Objectives for products or product lines for which they are responsible Interacts closely with other Planning team members, to ensure alignment towards Business Goals and Objectives.  Follows established company guidelines, process and procedures; and ensures that proposed changes or new procedures comply with company policies. 

Education & Experience

Required: Associate's degree in business administration or other relevant field (Bachelor's Degree preferred) Minimum or 5-8 years of experience in Materials or Production Planning  Extensive experience with MRP/ERP systems

Skills

Minimum of 5 years of Production or Materials planning, inventory control, supply management, procurement  Excellent work ethic and integrity Excellent communication skills Oracle MRP/ERP experience Experience Managing Supply and Demand in a high mix MFG environment  Willingness to support Corporate Supply Chain objectives while focusing on local Business Unit Key Objectives Ability to work with all levels of an organization effectively Ability to collect, analyze and present data to Sr. Management Detail oriented, process driven Sense of urgency Customer focused, understands that Planning and Procurements are critical service function for the organization

Working Conditions

Office Environment 

Physical Requirements

May be required to lift 25 lbs on occassion 

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

 

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at talentacquisition@coherent.com.