Summary Material Planner Assistant responsibilities include creating and tracking manufacturer orders based on material planner/analysts requests. Position works with warehouse team to prioritize and complete the escalated customer backorders. Responsibilities include reviewing and resolve invoice discrepancies before payment is scheduled. Education and/or Experience • Requires Bachelor's degree in business administration or supply chain management. • Minimum of two years of related experience needed in manufacturing operations, SIOP, sourcing and material management. Essential Skills: • Needs ability to work with and analyze large amounts of data. • Needs ability to establish positive working relationships with internal customers. • Willing to take direction and work independently. • Must have clear success in the delivery, supply, and materials management solutions with demonstrated results. • Requires end-to-end supply chain knowledge. • Demonstrated ability to work in a cross-functional, team-oriented environment • Demonstrated use of ERP and forecasting systems. • Demonstrated self-motivational skills, strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • Must be proficient in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Access, and PowerPoint). • Job requires the ability to clearly organize and categorize work priorities to complete work. • Critical analysis and complex problem-solving skills are needed. Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Create manufacturer orders and transfer tickets for each manufacturing operation needed to produce the product. • Meet with Production Control to determine the proper sequencing/priority of manufacturing operations. • Review and validate invoices from vendors before bringing them to Finance department. • Work with Buying team to resolve discrepancies on PO/SO/Invoices. To apply, email [email protected]