Materials Planner

JOB DESCRIPTION

Purpose of Position

This role has a critical function in the execution of production requirements and customer satisfaction through the procurement of raw materials at the right time and for the right quantity. Utilization of pull replenishment strategies to drive optimal inventory replenishment levels as well as make necessary strategy changes through the production cycle are critical and part of the key responsibilities for this role. The procedures involve direct contact with suppliers, transportation carriers, customer service, engineering, marketing, and operations staff to meet and exceed current and projected customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Utilize pull replenishment material strategy to execute Purchase Orders
• Lead and participate in pull replenishment deployment within production areas of the factory
• Change and drive optimal inventory levels through analysis of lead time, average daily usage, and other critical levers of materials systems analysis
• Responsible for Purchase Order maintenance with suppliers to drive supplier On Time Delivery improvements
• Manage item master data specific to material sizing inputs
• Monitor Purchase Orders and Late Purchase Orders with suppliers, and manage inventory levels to mitigate stock out risk
• Manage supplier consignment level by way of establishing and maintaining min / max / Reorder Point levels
• Drive Root Cause and Corrective actions to implement short term and permanent solutions at improved material flow
• Lead quarterly On Time Delivery review with key suppliers
• Frequently participate in, and lead, continuous improvement workshops (Kaizens) with cross-functional team members to improve quality, delivery, and productivity
• Manage material transfers, New Product Introduction (NPI), Engineering Change Notice (ECN) and End of Life (EOL) to support production and minimize material obsolescence
• Provide raw material forecasts to suppliers

Background and Skill

Vontier partners with you and your family on your health and wellness journey. Visit VontierBenefits.com to view our benefits. We offer a premium suite of health and wellness programs for you and your family, including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance. With programs for family planning from Maven Clinic to managing diabetes like Livongo, coverage for women's health, support for adult and elder care, paid parental leave, a generous 401(k) plan with matching company contributions, and more. Vontier is here for all stages of life. We also offer paid time off up to 15 days each year, 12 paid holidays (including 2 floating holidays), and paid sick leave.

Disclaimer : The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Sick leave amount may vary based on state or local laws applicable to the applicant’s geographic location. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

WHO IS GILBARCO VEEDER-ROOT

Gilbarco Veeder-Root, a Vontier company, is the worldwide technology leader for retail and commercial fueling operations, offering the broadest range of integrated solutions from the forecourt to the convenience store and head office. For over 150 years, Gilbarco has earned the trust of its customers by providing long-term partnership, uncompromising support, and proven reliability. Major product lines include fuel dispensers, tank gauges and fleet management systems.

WHO IS VONTIER

At Vontier, we empower you to steer your career in the direction of success with a dynamic, innovative, and inclusive environment.

Our commitment to personal growth, work-life balance, and collaboration fuels a culture where your contributions drive meaningful change. We provide the roadmap for continuous learning, allowing creativity to flourish and ideas to accelerate into impactful solutions that contribute to a sustainable future.

Join our community of passionate people who work together to navigate challenges and seize opportunities. At Vontier, you are not on this journey alone-we are dedicated to equipping you with the tools and support needed to fuel your innovation, lead with impact, and thrive both personally and professionally.

Together, let’s enable the way the world moves!

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