Tenneco is one of the world’s leading designer, manufacturers and marketers of automotive products for original equipment and aftermarket customers, with approximately 78.000 team members working at more than 300 sites worldwide. Through our four business groups, Motorparts, Ride Performance, Clean Air and Powertrain, Tenneco is driving advancements in global mobility by delivering technology solutions for diversified global markets, including light vehicle, commercial truck, off-highway, industrial, motorsport and the aftermarket.

We are looking for a Materials Planner who is responsible to e coordinate delivery of material from suppliers, domestic and foreign, in support of production requirements. The material planner will work as part of the materials management team to support 1) right-size of inventory 2) inventory accuracy 3) stability in the plant through utilization of SAP system to communicate with suppliers

The team is ready to act immediately on those candidates who are the best fit for the role. You’ll first hear from someone in Talent Acquisition to schedule a phone screen, and then the next step will be a personal interview with our Hiring Manager. We pride ourselves on moving through processes quickly, and you can be sure of transparency and prompt communication throughout.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan purchased components to meet production schedules.
• Expedite material as needed to avoid line interruption or impact to customer shipments
• Maintain inventory levels according to inventory level plan
• Monitor/Track overseas shipments to ensure on time delivery
• Maintain PFEP (plan for every part) data in SAP
• Follow-up of past due requirements
• Maintain Supply WEB for all non-EDI suppliers
• Manage incoming receiving Audits
• Daily receipt reconciliation of incoming material
• Use SAP generated reports to monitor open/ late deliveries
• Issue DPR/MRR’s for supplier delivery issues
• Respond to Mfg. inquiries regarding purchased parts
• Schedule LTL shipments
• Track premium freight via database
• Other tasks as required.

Education:

• APICS Certification a plus

Skills & Experience:

• Experience using SAP or similar MRP/ERP system
• General knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel in particular)
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in Materials Management / Production Planning or Purchasing environment
• 2+4 years experience working with ERP system, SAP a plus
• Experience in lean environment
• APICS Certification a plus

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.