Materials Planner

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Materials Planner

Western Partitions, Inc. (WPI) is one of the largest and most reputable interior and exterior contracting firms in the US. WPI provides superior contracting services for drywall, prefabrication, metal studs, acoustical systems, wall panels, fireproofing, firestopping, stucco, claddings, painting, windows, doors/frames/hardware, and more.

Headquartered in Wilsonville, Oregon, WPI also has offices in Eugene, Seattle, Reno, Las Vegas, Albuquerque, Salt Lake City, Boise, Phoenix, and Spokane. WPI serves the West including Oregon, Washington, California, Idaho, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, Montana, Hawaii, Alaska, and other regions determined by our growing customer base.

Since WPI's inception in 1972, we have provided award-winning construction without sacrificing integrity, safety, or efficiency. We are proud that a significant percentage of our business comes from repeat customers. Our service-oriented, fast-track approach, coupled with an attention to detail has resulted in a superior reputation within our industry. We work hard every day to earn our customers' trust and confidence.

Throughout our history, our dedication to our employees, quality of work, and customers has set us apart. The strongest characteristic of our organization is the prominent level of pride we take in every job we complete. Our employees are driven to do the job right the first time without compromise. Lastly, our customers choose WPI based on the emphasis we place on communication, trust, and respect.

Job Description

The Materials Planner role is intimately familiar with all product and assembly BOMs. This person ensures that the supply of materials meets the production schedule and minimum stock levels to ensure operational and production continuity. Delivers efficient, effective and flexible solutions to meet production requirements. Maintains strong relationships both internally and externally to ensure supply of materials. Provides critical material demand signal that is executed by Procurement team.

Key Responsibilities

• Schedules the supply of materials/components to meet production requirements and minimum safety stock levels
• Develops and utilizes tools and systems to ensure that data is accurate and up to date and resolves any issues as required
• Gleans all relevant information from BOMs to generate a detailed purchasing plan
• Monitors the integrity of Bill of Materials (BOM) and resolves discrepancies with BIM team and Manufacturing
• Understands spend commitments and manages risks to minimize impact on production schedule and company financials, while minimizing obsolete stock
• Assesses volume requirements against planning assumptions and takes follow up actions in relation to material shortages that affect production
• Implements all processes to agreed standards and targets and supports continuous improvement initiatives by identifying areas of improvement
• Monitors inventory levels against agreed target levels
• Creates regular statistical reports and analysis and updates others on material availability status
• Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to forecast, plan and facilitate on-time materials to the production line when required, avoiding disruption to production
• Generates supplier material delivery demand schedules and makes forecasts available to Purchasing team
• Supports assessment and sourcing of suppliers in conjunction with members of the Purchasing team
• Participates in supplier meetings and negotiations to ensure capacity meets demand for required materials
• Adhere to any health, safety and environmental policies and procedures to ensure the safety and wellbeing of self, staff and visitors

Location / Hours

On site in Salt Lake City, UT. Day shift, 40 hours per week.

Basic Requirements

• Commitment to work towards professional accreditation with an industry related body
• Previous experience of materials planning ideally in a manufacturing environment
• Good understanding of supply chain processes and their interdependencies
• Strong IT systems knowledge, including advanced Excel skills and Quickbase
• Knowledge and experience of using MRP (Material Requirements Planning) systems
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles
• Ability to read technical drawings

Requirements

• AA or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or Operations Management
• Product and Inventory management certification
• APICS CPIM certification
• Experience with Autodesk Inventor CAD software

Skills & Attributes

• Professional verbal and written communication
• Organizational and logistics skills
• Strong interpersonal, negotiation and influencing skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Critical thinking and problem solving
• Understanding of SKU and Part Number structures
• Data analysis – proficient in MS Office tools and ERP/MRP systems
• Team oriented - proactively contributes to the team
• Assertive, optimistic, resilient and welcomes change
• Self-motivated and able to work under pressure
• Project management skills

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Benefits

At WPI, our employees are our greatest asset. We put our people first and are proud to provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of our employees at every stage of life.

In our commitment to fostering an environment where everyone can thrive personally and professionally, we offer:

• Competitive pay
• Incentive bonus plan
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with match
• Medical, prescription drug, dental and vision insurance plans with flexible spending account option
• Life insurance, accidental death, and benefits
• Flexible paid time off policy and paid holidays

WPI provides equal employment and affirmative action opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to , , , , , , , protected veteran status, or .

WPI is a background screening, drug-free workplace.

This job description is intended to outline the general nature and level of work being performed by employees. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of responsibilities, duties, or skills required of the employee of this job. Furthermore, this description is subject to change at the discretion of the company, with or without notice.

Revised 02-26-2025