POSITION OVERVIEW

The Warehouse Planner II is responsible for planning, analyzing, and optimizing inventory levels through effective Material Requirements Planning (MRP). This position ensures materials are available to support safe and reliable mining operations by maintaining accurate planning parameters, forecasting demand, and collaborating with Operations, Maintenance, Purchasing, and Supply Chain teams.

The role is responsible for balancing material availability with inventory investment by continuously improving planning processes, inventory health, and master data quality while supporting operational excellence across the site.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Inventory Planning & Material Availability

Review and execute Material Requirements Planning (MRP) recommendations to ensure timely replenishment of inventory.
Forecast material demand using historical consumption, maintenance schedules, production forecasts, and operational requirements.
Generate purchase requisitions based on planning requirements and approved inventory strategies.
Monitor inventory availability to ensure critical materials are available to support uninterrupted operations.
Coordinate inventory balancing opportunities across sites when appropriate.

Inventory Optimization

Maintain optimal inventory levels while balancing service level and inventory investment.
Review inventory health by identifying obsolete, excess, slow-moving, dormant, and critical materials.
Participate in periodic inventory review meetings with Operations, Maintenance, Purchasing, and Supply Chain.
Recommend disposition strategies for obsolete and excess inventory.
Support initiatives related to Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI), Consignment Inventory, and Long-Term Pricing Agreements.

Master Data & MRP Governance

Maintain planning master data within SAP, including:

Reorder Points
Safety Stock
Maximum Inventory Levels
Lead Times
Planning Strategies
Lot Sizing
Procurement Types

Continuously review planning parameters to improve MRP performance and inventory accuracy.

Ensure planning data supports operational requirements and aligns with Supply Chain standards.

Procurement & Supplier Coordination

Expedite Purchase Requisitions and Purchase Orders with Procurement to minimize stockout risks.
Track overdue purchase orders and coordinate corrective actions with Purchasing.
Support strategic sourcing initiatives by identifying opportunities for supplier optimization and inventory improvements.

Cross Functional Collaboration

Participate in weekly Maintenance and Operations planning meetings.
Build collaborative relationships with:
- Warehouse Operations
- Maintenance
- Reliability
- Engineering
- Purchasing
- Strategic Sourcing
- Finance
Provide planning support for shutdowns, capital projects, and major maintenance activities.

Inventory Analytics & Reporting

Analyze inventory trends and material consumption.
Develop reports and dashboards using SAP, Excel, and Power BI.
Monitor and report inventory performance indicators.
Identify trends and recommend corrective actions based on data analysis.

Continuous Improvement

Identify opportunities to standardize planning processes.
Support warehouse digitalization and automation initiatives.
Participate in Supply Chain continuous improvement projects.
Promote best practices in inventory planning and warehouse management.

Safety & Compliance

Perform all responsibilities in accordance with ASARCO's Safety First philosophy.
Comply with all Environmental, Health & Safety policies and procedures.
Promote safe work practices and proactively identify opportunities to reduce operational risk.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Performance in this role will typically be measured through:

Inventory Service Level
Inventory Turns
OTIF (On Time In Full)
Stockout Rate
Obsolete Inventory Value
Slow Moving Inventory
Excess Inventory
Planning Parameter Accuracy
Material Availability

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field.
Minimum three (3) years of experience in Inventory Management, Warehouse Planning, Supply Chain, or Materials Management.
Minimum one (1) year of experience working with Material Requirements Planning (MRP).
Experience working in mining, heavy industrial, manufacturing, or similar environments preferred.
Experience using SAP or equivalent ERP systems.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Power BI experience preferred.
English proficiency (minimum CEFR B2).

Technical Knowledge

Candidates should demonstrate knowledge in:

Material Requirements Planning (MRP)
Inventory Optimization
Warehouse Operations
SAP Materials Management (MM)
Inventory Control
Forecasting
Supply Chain Fundamentals
Data Analysis
Microsoft Excel
Power BI
Inventory KPIs

Root Cause Analysis
Preferred:
DDMRP
ABC/XYZ Inventory Classification
Cycle Counting
Parts Preservation
Mining Maintenance Planning

Core Competencies

Analytical Thinking
Planning & Organization
Problem Solving
Decision Making
Customer Focus
Communication
Cross Functional Collaboration
Continuous Improvement
Adaptability
Initiative
Accountability
Results Orientation

ASARCO LLC provides equal opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, actual or perceived disability, military status, veteran status, marital status, familial status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by local, state, or federal law(s).

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