Materials Logistics Specialist I (Buyer/Planner)
HC1316 GE Precision Healthcare LLC
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Our Phoenix team supports the manufacturing and operational processes behind ultrasound imaging technologies used by providers worldwide. It's hands-on work connected to the quality and reliability those technologies are built to deliver.Job Description
Job Description Summary
Coordinate and expedite the flow of materials (from suppliers and within departments) according to production schedules. Plan and schedule material/production needs. Proficient professional, contributes to projects and initiatives, influences the site level, determines, executes operational standards, and processes, and requires understanding of concepts, methods and procedures.
Job Description
Essential Responsibilities
- Responsible for material ordering, availability, and managing the right levels of inventory
- Oracle Proficient
- Ensure systemic accuracy of inventory
- Rescheduling materials for pull ins (expedites) and push outs (for inventory control)
- Daily Shortage root cause investigation and resolution
- Partner closely with suppliers focusing on: Packaging needs, min/max planning, as they relate to old/existing parts, materials replenishment planning, root-cause problem solving.
- Conduct daily walks on the floor and the receiving dock to investigate and resolve material issue.
- Support material transfers, supplier reviews w/Sourcing
- Field Modification Instruction, as appropriate - ordering material, formulating schedules.
- Supplier visits, as needed - internal and external.
- Manage Phase In / Phase Out (NPI) to minimize obsolete material.
- Provide supply analysis data and recommendations, as necessary.
- Assist in cycle count efforts as determined.
- Support tool development for prediction of material issues
- Support all lean activities, initiatives, and action workouts.
- Manage and ensure RTV and NC material disposition.
Qualifications/Requirements
1. Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college
2. Computer proficiency
3. Working knowledge of MRP
4. Excellent Interpersonal Skills
5. Strong problem-solving skills
Desired Characteristics
1. APICS Certification
2. Oracle knowledge and experience
3. Six Sigma Green Belt
4. Two years of Experience in a material replenishment or material planning role
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Additional Information
GE HealthCare offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE HealthCare will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
While GE HealthCare does not currently require U.S. employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, some GE HealthCare customers have vaccination mandates that may apply to certain GE HealthCare employees.
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
Summary
Manage material flow, inventory, and supplier relations to support manufacturing.
Job title
Materials Logistics Specialist I (Buyer/Planner)
Experience level
two years of experience in a material replenishment or material planning role
Minimum experience
2+ years exp
Industry
healthcare
Location requirements
on-site in phoenix, no remote work allowed
Salary
Not specified
Visa sponsorship
H-1B sponsor history
Management role
No
Required skills
Preferred skills
Specializations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Phoenix, AZ, USA