Job TitleMaterials Analyst

Materials Analyst role provides high visibility and an opportunity to employ critical thinking in a fast-paced, highly automated environmentSpecifically, you will deploy inventory strategies; assume daily management of supply and constraints, status reporting and escalation to meet customer and production demands.

Responsibility:

• Interface with customers and suppliers regarding customer and production demands 

• Use customer and Linamar systems to analyze customer releases. 

• Plans, prepares, issues, and controls production schedules and material requirements to ensure a controlled flow of materials timed to meet production needs, ensure on-time deliveries to customers, and effectively/efficiently use resources. 

• Reviews, tracks, and coordinates changes to the schedule to ensure customer deliveries are on time and the plant is level loaded. 

• Works closely with Production Management to optimize use of resources. 

• Communicates effectively with Customer Service coordinator on any delays affecting on-time delivery. 

• Order materials from suppliers. Determine type and quantity of materials and components required to maintain Production schedules. 

• Work closely with suppliers to ensure that the company’s supply needs are adequately met in a timely manner 

• Work with Materials Manager to optimize min/max inventory levels of finished, WIP and raw materials. 

• In a timely manner escalate to the Materials Manager and/or corporate buyer in the event of material availability issues which would impact production. 

• Develop recovery and contingency material plan in order to support customer requirements. 

• Perform inventory cycle counts with specific attention toward root cause analysis of inventory deviations working with the team to implement corrective actions. 

• Assist in physical inventory. 

• Review engineering changes and make effective date / change timing recommendations to avoid obsolescence.

• Participate in APQP activities for new programs 

• Production Planning

• ERP Systems Supervision

• Administrative Assistance

• Material Analytics

• Warehouse planning and implementation

• Dunnage Management

• Proxy to Material Planner

• Other Assigned Tasks as Needed

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this jobThey are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements of personnel as classified.

Academic/Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or Supply Chain Management, or related field or combination of education/relevant work experience.

• 1- 3 years materials/production control experience. 

• ERP experience required, PLEX or IFS experience preferred. 

• Experience in working with MRP and other inventory systems. 

Required Skills/Experience:

• Competent in working with Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint 

• Committed to continuous improvement and learning. 

• Strong communication skills both verbal and written - ability to deal with individuals at different levels within the organization. 

• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities. 

What Linamar Has to Offer

• Competitive Compensation

• Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to Medical, Dental & Vision etc.

• Opportunities for career advancement.

• Sustainability Council

• Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.

• Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.