Materials Management Planner

APR Consulting, Inc. has been engaged to identify a Materials Management Planner

Location: Santa Ana, CA 92703

Position: Materials Management Planner

Pay Rate: $43– $51/hr

Duration: 3-6 months

Schedule: 8am-5pm, 5 days/week

Responsibilities:

• Replenishment and Inventory Management:
• Overseas the replenishment of consumable items, shop supplies, safety supplies, floor stock, and chemical products to ensure uninterrupted operations.
• Identifies, monitors, and maintains inventory levels to avoid overstocking or shortages.
• Collaboration and Coordination:
• Works closely with Maintenance Resource Management to establish and maintain Bills of Materials for standard jobs.
• Coordinates with CAMM procurement staff to ensure timely material acquisitions and delivery.
• Problem Solving and Reporting:
• Monitors back-ordered items and expedites bus-down and priority shortages.
• Prepares and distributes management and planning reports to provide clear visibility into material availability and supply chain performance.
• Supplier Management and Continuous Improvement:
• Manages supplier contracts and develops data-driven algorithms to project and plan for consumables and safety supplies.
• Develops continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, productivity, and customer service.

Qualifications:

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, or related field and a minimum of five years of materials management and supply chain experience or a high school diploma with a minimum of nine years of materials management and supply chain experience. Two years of previous leadership experience is preferred.

• Inventory Management Systems: Experience with Inventory management system, Ellipse or similar platforms.
• Automotive or Bus Fleet Knowledge – Familiarity with automotive and bus parts categories, as well as maintenance requirements.
• Compliance & Safety – Understanding of procurement regulations and proper handling of hazardous materials.
• Performance Metrics & Reporting – Proficiency in Excel and Word to review performance metrics, track fill rates, analyze stock turnover, and assess inventory trends.

Working Conditions/Physical Activities:

(The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. OCTA provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

Positions in this class typically require:

• Work may be performed in a stressful, fast-paced office environment, depending upon assignment.
• Ability to understand verbal communication and to respond effectively.
• Reaching, Finger Dexterity, Grasping, Feeling, Talking, Hearing, Seeing, and Repetitive Motions in computer use

Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity! If you feel your experience is a match for this position please apply today and join our team. We look forward to working with you!

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.