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PACCAR Inc. Materials Planner Job in Kirkland, Washington
Company Information PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of high-quality light-, medium-, and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. PACCAR also designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business. Whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services - you can develop the career you desire with PACCAR. Get started! Kenworth Truck Company Kenworth Truck Company is the manufacturer of The World's Best heavy and medium duty trucks. Kenworth is an industry leader in providing fuel-saving technology solutions that help increase fuel efficiency and reduce emissions. The company's dedication to the green fleet includes aerodynamic trucks, compressed and liquefied natural gas trucks, and medium duty diesel-electric hybrids. Kenworth is the first truck manufacturer to receive the Environmental Protection Agency's Clean Air Excellence award in recognition of its environmentally friendly products. Job Functions / Responsibilities Place orders with suppliers for production material to be used in the assembly of trucks at three manufacturing plants.Work closely with Purchasing, Engineering, Suppliers, and other functions to ensure that all material arrives at the plants according to guidelines. Determine production requirements for assigned groupings of manufactured or purchased parts. Issue purchase and/or shop orders to suppliers to meet manufacturing schedules and maintain proper inventory levels. Plan and coordinate introduction of new parts and reduce current inventory in conjunction with Plant/Division Engineering, Materials and Purchasing personnel, Marketing, and Assembly. Negotiate delivery, expediting, or other special charges with and suppliers. Serve as a focal point for Materials' supplier management; monitor supplier quality, service, and delivery issues.Communicate issues, information, and resolution to Materials Planner at the plant(s) and/or Corporate Commodity Manager. Initiate and establish EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) programs in cooperation with Materials Planners at the plants, PACCAR MIS and Kenworth suppliers.Maintain EDI working set for use by Kenworth suppliers and plant planners. Negotiate packaging , sub-assembly, and program charges with suppliers. Establish and improve JIT (Just-in-Time) and material flow improvement programs with Assembly, Accounting, Materials, and suppliers. Review inventory levels for excess, surplus, or obsolete accumulations and initiate or recommend disposal. Coordinate special projects/programs as required. Qualifications & Skills Bachelor's degree in Materials, Operations, or Business with focus on Inventory Control required. Industry related experience desired. APICS certification in one or more of the following disciplines is desirable: CPIM, CIRM, and CSCP. Experience with Kanban and "Lean Material Handling" is desirable. Team player with excellent leadership, technical and communication skills. Willingness to travel up to 10% Why work for PACCAR/Kenworth? Global Fortune 500Company with a wide array of growth and development opportunities Work alongside experienced goal-oriented colleagues recognized as experts in their fields Support and/or design the commercial vehicles of the future with a focus on emerging technologies such as ele