Material Planner - ADM
Kennesaw, GA
About the Job
90785BR
Job Title:
Material Planner
Department/Function:
Commodity Trading
Job Description:
Material Planner - Kennesaw, GA
Reporting to the Material Planning Manager, the Material Planner is a key tactical position within the Supply Chain Team. The Material Planner, acting as a part of the team, requires minimal supervision and is able to resolve difficult questions and problems. Primary role will be the timeliness of issuing PO’s on a daily basis between miscellaneous, raw materials & packaging. While ensuring the maintenance & follow through to limit any delays to vendor payment/services, incoming ingredients and/or packaging for our internal stakeholders. This role will have a higher level of responsibility, and their workload is generally multifaceted and specialized.
The Material Planner must have problem solving abilities, be well organized, analytical, self-directed and may also perform routine clerical functions, including filing, answering phones, distributing materials and record retention. The Material Planner must be proficient in multiple computer applications and will be expected to become proficient in all ADM MIS systems.
Responsibilities:
+ Primary Focus Area is Material Planning, Buying, and Processing POs
+ Support vendor payment process (help aid in any payment delays and/or discrepancies with vendors)
+ Responsible for all assigned category(ies) inbound raw material management
+ Ensure timely and accurate PO Issuance
+ Work collaboratively with Logistics Team to determine appropriate transportation mode to help control freight cost.
+ Troubleshoot and resolve inbound raw material delays
+ Collaborate with Strategic Buyers, local supply chain team and broader business teams as required.
+ Alignment with Strategic Procurement on Raw Material Data Attributes (safety stock levels, forecast & lead times) within ERP system
+ Optimize Raw Material Inventory
+ Maximize Operational Efficiency with Right Quantity / Right Quality focus
+ Reduce Working Capital Requirements by minimizing excess raw material inventory
+ Perform data entry & analysis of inventory, cost saving, synergy and other required metrics
+ Support Strategic Procurement on new raw material set up process along with 2nd source initiatives (document collection, workflow support, system updates/uploads)
+ Track Vendor Execution KPI’s (assist with supplier scorecard data)
+ Other misc. purchasing activities
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
+ Preferred: University Degree in Business Administration or related field (Logistics/Supply Chain) & 3 years in a purchasing or supply chain role
+ Open to equivalent combination of experience and education
Excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement listed? Studies show that often applicants will self-select out if they don’t check every box. We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.
ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.
REF:90785BR
Req/Job ID:
90785BR
City:
Kennesaw
State:
GA - Georgia
Ref ID:
#LI-LP2
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About ADM
At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.
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#IncludingYou
Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.
We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in our industry, as we strive to ensure our workforce represents the world that we help to feed: people of color, women, gender non-conforming, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion | ADM. (https://www.adm.com/en-us/culture-and-careers/diversity-equity-inclusion/)
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Benefits and Perks
Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:
+ Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
+ Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
+ Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).
Additional benefits include:
+ Paid time off including paid holidays.
+ Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
+ Tuition assistance.
+ Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.
*Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.
Job Title:
Material Planner
Department/Function:
Commodity Trading
Job Description:
Material Planner - Kennesaw, GA
Reporting to the Material Planning Manager, the Material Planner is a key tactical position within the Supply Chain Team. The Material Planner, acting as a part of the team, requires minimal supervision and is able to resolve difficult questions and problems. Primary role will be the timeliness of issuing PO’s on a daily basis between miscellaneous, raw materials & packaging. While ensuring the maintenance & follow through to limit any delays to vendor payment/services, incoming ingredients and/or packaging for our internal stakeholders. This role will have a higher level of responsibility, and their workload is generally multifaceted and specialized.
The Material Planner must have problem solving abilities, be well organized, analytical, self-directed and may also perform routine clerical functions, including filing, answering phones, distributing materials and record retention. The Material Planner must be proficient in multiple computer applications and will be expected to become proficient in all ADM MIS systems.
Responsibilities:
+ Primary Focus Area is Material Planning, Buying, and Processing POs
+ Support vendor payment process (help aid in any payment delays and/or discrepancies with vendors)
+ Responsible for all assigned category(ies) inbound raw material management
+ Ensure timely and accurate PO Issuance
+ Work collaboratively with Logistics Team to determine appropriate transportation mode to help control freight cost.
+ Troubleshoot and resolve inbound raw material delays
+ Collaborate with Strategic Buyers, local supply chain team and broader business teams as required.
+ Alignment with Strategic Procurement on Raw Material Data Attributes (safety stock levels, forecast & lead times) within ERP system
+ Optimize Raw Material Inventory
+ Maximize Operational Efficiency with Right Quantity / Right Quality focus
+ Reduce Working Capital Requirements by minimizing excess raw material inventory
+ Perform data entry & analysis of inventory, cost saving, synergy and other required metrics
+ Support Strategic Procurement on new raw material set up process along with 2nd source initiatives (document collection, workflow support, system updates/uploads)
+ Track Vendor Execution KPI’s (assist with supplier scorecard data)
+ Other misc. purchasing activities
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
+ Preferred: University Degree in Business Administration or related field (Logistics/Supply Chain) & 3 years in a purchasing or supply chain role
+ Open to equivalent combination of experience and education
Excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement listed? Studies show that often applicants will self-select out if they don’t check every box. We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.
ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.
REF:90785BR
Req/Job ID:
90785BR
City:
Kennesaw
State:
GA - Georgia
Ref ID:
#LI-LP2
:
About ADM
At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.
:
#LI-Onsite
t:
#IncludingYou
Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.
We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in our industry, as we strive to ensure our workforce represents the world that we help to feed: people of color, women, gender non-conforming, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion | ADM. (https://www.adm.com/en-us/culture-and-careers/diversity-equity-inclusion/)
:
Benefits and Perks
Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:
+ Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
+ Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
+ Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).
Additional benefits include:
+ Paid time off including paid holidays.
+ Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
+ Tuition assistance.
+ Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.
*Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.
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