Material Planner

Eaton's Electrical sector is seeking a Material Planner to join their team at the Edmonton, AB Power Center. The position offers benefits from day one and requires a strong analytical aptitude, complex problem-solving skills, and excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Requirements

• Interpret master production schedules and buy-queue reports for assigned product groups, and plan, order, and expedite inventory requirements accordingly.
• Create and maintain Purchase Orders for AMO (Advance Material Order) for EPC, as well as materials required for Core and IPA business.
• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality materials.
• Monitor inventory levels and manage reorder points to prevent shortages and overstock situations.
• Set up and manage Kanban and Point-of-Use (POU) inventory items for production lines.
• Manage disposition of non-conforming inventory and E&O (Excess and Obsolete) materials.
• Maintain Purchase Order integrity in Oracle through ongoing PO maintenance.
• Coordinate with Finance/AP to resolve supplier-related purchase order holds.
• Participate in supplier evaluations and certification reviews.
• Coordinate with relevant stakeholders to complete item master setup in Oracle.
• Prepare and maintain material planning and forecasting reports, as required.
• Contribute to cross-functional teams to identify and implement process improvements.
• Support business-related assessments for the facility.
• Participate in month-end reporting for finance and supply chain functions.
• Provide leadership in implementing the Eaton Lean Six Sigma System (ELSS) and the Eaton Quality System (EQS).
• Adhere to ISO 9000 quality procedures and work instructions; actively engage in continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrate and promote Eaton's Values and Philosophy Statements.
• Provide leadership in Eaton's MESH (Management System for Environment, Health, Safety, and Security).
• Maintain a strong commitment to pollution prevention and environmental protection by following ISO 14000 procedures, work instructions, and other operational controls.
• Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• Health and Welfare benefits
• Retirement benefits
• Paid time off
• Unpaid time off