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Material Planner

About Harbinger

Harbiniger is an American commercial electric vehicle (EV) company on a mission to transform an industry starving for innovation. Harbiniger's best-in-class team of EV, battery, and drivetrain experts have pooled their deep experience to support the growing demand for medium-duty EVs and Hybrids. Leveraging a foundation of proprietary, in-house developed vehicle technologies designed specifically for commercial and specialty vehicles, Harbiniger is bringing a first-of-its-kind EV platform to market, priced at acquisition parity to traditional diesel vehicles. Harbiniger : Familiar Form, Revolutionary Foundation.

Job Overview

As a Material Planner at Harbiniger Motors, you will be integral to our manufacturing operations, ensuring efficient supply of components and raw material necessary to cover our production needs. Your role will be pivotal in maintaining seamless supply chain operations and meeting inventory targets with precision.

What You'll Do :

• Material Planning and Coordination :
• Collaborate closely with production teams to develop and optimize detailed supply plans aligned with customer demand and capacity constraints.
• Lead MRP process. Build and validate supply plans with suppliers.
• Work collaboratively with Logistics Specialists to transform supply plans into transportation plans that ensure adequate production coverage while minimizing transportation costs.
• Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials, components, and sub-assemblies in accordance with production schedules.
• Monitor and adjust supply plans as needed to accommodate changes in demand or operational requirements.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and production teams to validate forecasts and adjust plans as necessary.
• Develop contingency plans to mitigate supply chain risks and ensure continuity of material supply.
• Inventory Management and Optimization :
• Maintain accurate inventory levels of raw materials, components, and finished goods to support uninterrupted production.
• Utilize ERP and inventory management systems to track stock levels, analyze usage patterns, and forecast future material needs.
• Implement strategies to minimize stock-outs, reduce excess inventory, and optimize inventory turnover.
• Supplier Relationship Management :
• Hold suppliers accountable to ship according to defined supply plans and escalate deviations to buyers and management as necessary.
• Evaluate supplier performance based on metrics such as on-time delivery, quality standards, and cost-effectiveness.
• Inventory Control :
• Partner with the Warehouse team to ensure cycle counting is done per established schedule following ABC classes.
• Lead investigation and resolution of inventory discrepancies.
• Continuous Improvement Initiatives :
• Identify opportunities to optimize production processes, reduce lead times, and enhance overall supply chain efficiency.
• Implement lean manufacturing principles and best practices to drive continuous improvement in material planning and inventory management.
• Lead or participate in cross-functional teams focused on process improvement projects.
• Cross-functional Collaboration :
• Foster strong relationships and effective communication with cross-functional teams including procurement, logistics, quality assurance, and engineering.
• Provide timely updates on material availability, production status, and potential issues impacting schedules.
• Collaborate on initiatives to resolve supply chain bottlenecks and improve operational performance.

Who You Are :

Rev up your career with our electrifying compensation and benefits package! At Harbiniger Motors, we understand that your skills, experience, and expertise are as unique as our cutting-edge electric vehicles. That's why we tailor our offers to suit your individual profile, considering your years of experience, specialized knowledge, and market demands.

In addition to a competitive base salary, our perks charge ahead of the competition :

These are just a few of our benefits and perks, as we're constantly adjusting and adding more benefits to best serve our teammates. At Harbiniger Motors, we don't just offer jobs; we provide the fuel for your career journey. Join us in shaping the future of sustainable transportation, where your hard work and dedication are always rewarded.

Get ready to drive your career forward with us!

California Pay Range

$75,000 - $110,000 USD

Equal Opportunity

Harbiniger is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital / domestic partner status, age, military / veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Harbiniger is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at info@harbingermotors.com.