Specialist, Inventory Planner at Cooper Standard Automotive Inc. in NEW LEXINGTON, Ohio

Job Description:

Position Summary:

Responsible for managing material requirements through SAP MRP with timely and accurate planning to support dynamic plant production.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Analyze and escalate any significant supplier delivery issues to manager, so plant production is not interrupted.


• SAP transactions for posting accurate Inventory adjustments


• Communicate and collaborate internally at Cooper Standard New Lexington across all departments effected by Inventory discrepancies


• Work with Cycle Counting and Records Integrity to ensure inventory accuracy.


• Be prepared to assist the rest of the Production Control department in activities as required.


• Manage inventory to achieve department inventory KPIs.


• Daily tasks will include a high level of involvement in planning procedures and awareness of general business levels and trends to allow successful job performance.


• May, on occasion, be required to perform duties other than those specified in this description. Performs other related duties.

• 4-year degree in Supply Chain or Business-Related Field. 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment preferred but not required.


• Preferred SAP experience.


• Computer literate, working knowledge of Windows programs and web-based applications.

• Office setting with daily exposure to the production floor.


• Personal Protective Equipment is required on production floor.


• Flexible Hours to accommodate Business Needs - Primarily First shift

Cooper Standard is proud of its diverse workforce and committed to providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, age, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are dedicated to creating an environment at work that not only values diversity but also encourages inclusion and a sense of belonging. We firmly believe that a diverse workplace fosters an environment where our employees can flourish and provide superior service to our customers.

Because we recognize and value the range of ways in which people acquire experiences, whether via personal, professional, education, or volunteerism, we invite interested applicants to evaluate the key duties and requirements and apply for any opportunities that fit your experience and qualifications.

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