What you'll do
To ensure on time delivery of parts to the customers and maintain accuracy of customer release forecasts, production, and shipping schedules.
- Send weekly EDI releases to all vendors
- Create and execute a cycle count schedule
- Schedule carriers for pick up and delivery based on vendor schedules
- Schedule all production to meet customer releases
- Ensure finished good inventory is consistent to meet customer delivery schedules
- Inform suppliers of any discrepancies and issue DMN’s as required
- Set up CSAs, CMIRs, Customer Packaging Instructions in SAP
- Cover Shipping Supervisor for absence and vacation
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Plant Manager and/or Department Manager
What you need
To succeed in this role, you'll need:
- Grade 12 or equivalent education
- Proven experience in: Production planning & scheduling (preferably in the automotive industry), Experience in Inventory Control, Experience with Shipping/Receiving
- Solid knowledge of MRP systems and computers
- Excellent English communications skills both written and verbal
- Self-motivated and able to work with minimum supervision
- Able to successfully interact with all levels of employees in the organization
- Strong problem-solving techniques
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Why this matters
This role keeps a world-class automotive team running. When production fails, deadlines can be missed, so your work directly impacts performance. You'll develop deep expertise in production planning and inventory control and have clear progression into senior roles. The automotive environment means you'll work with cutting-edge systems and learn from the best in the industry.
