Lead Materials Planner

We're leading the transition to zero-emission mobility.

Alexander Dennis is a global leader in the design and manufacture of double deck buses and is the UK’s largest bus manufacturer.

At Alexander Dennis, and across NFI and our family of brands, we are helping to save the planet. Through our Sustainability Pledge, which guides our daily actions and long-term planning, we are passionate about creating a better product, a better workplace, and a better world. To learn more about our Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) journey check our website. Our diverse, dynamic and resourceful team members embrace challenges every day which makes us the successful international company that we are.

Are you ready to embrace the challenge? Come build the future with us and apply directly to your dream job!

Position Summary: North American Lead Materials Planner is responsible for planning all production Purchase Order Requirements, validating supplier delivery commitments meet ADI Production requirements, validating BOM to PO completeness, expediting materials shortages with suppliers and across sites, raises DDRs for any type of materials discrepancies, runs allocations and system adjustments, and other duties as assigned by Materials Manager.

Responsibilities

• Take charge of all material planning activities to guarantee the timely and precise fulfillment of production needs.
• Inspire and mentor junior material planners, nurturing their growth and advocating for best practices in planning.
• Manage North American production purchase orders, ensuring they are in sync with demand forecasts and production timelines.
• Champion supplier performance management by verifying delivery commitments, addressing escalations, and pinpointing improvement opportunities.
• Proactively monitor and resolve material shortages by expediting orders and collaborating across departments to minimize production risks.
• Accurately enter, issue, and manage purchase orders in Syspro, ensuring a high level of precision and thoroughness.
• Assist with sourcing initiatives by delivering cost analysis, supplier lead time information, and support for quoting.
• Lead enhancements in processes related to BOM/PO accuracy, inventory transparency, and data integrity.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls by meticulously scanning and reconciling packing lists, invoices, and pricing adjustments.
• Oversee the resolution of discrepancies, which includes initiating DDRs and reconciling Loss & Damage (L&D) reports.

Requirements

• Demonstrated expertise in material planning, supply chain, or procurement roles—preferably within a manufacturing setting
• Exceptional leadership abilities with a knack for influencing teams across various departments and levels
• Skilled in ERP systems, with a preference for Syspro experience
• Outstanding analytical, communication, and organizational capabilities
• Adept at analysis with a keen eye for detail
• Experienced with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Capable of excelling in a dynamic, deadline-oriented setting with a proactive approach.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM:

• Generous salary package – we reward our people at the level they deserve.
• A 40-hour working week, with flexible working options, giving you that much needed work/life balance.
• Ongoing employee development through a variety of in-house training initiatives along with tuition subsidies for courses at outside institutions.
• 401(k) plan with company match to help you save for the future.

OUR WHY:

We move people. The world's most precious cargo.

We are driven by our purpose: we move people. Our vision is to lead the evolution of sustainable on-road mass transportation and mobility and our mission is to design, deliver, and support market-leading bus and motor coach solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable.

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