Job Description

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion and cultivate a workplace culture of belonging that views uniqueness as a competitive edge and builds a community that enables our people to push the limits of innovation to make great products that create value and improve people\'s lives.A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don\'t meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.Job SummaryThe Assistant Manager - Material Planning position will be based in ChennaiHere is a glimpse of what you\xe2\x80\x99ll do

• Coordinate the planning activities across the site. \xe2\x80\xa2 Manages, controls, and directs the activities and staff involved in the distribution of inventory to the production line. \xe2\x80\xa2 Manages, controls, and directs staff to achieve Materials profit and loss goals including minimization of excess and obsolete inventory. \xe2\x80\xa2 Ensures the timely delivery of materials at the most economical cost, consistent with quality standards, affecting quality by assuring that suspicious material is identified, and that material is handled, stored, and delivered properly. \xe2\x80\xa2 Ensures a high degree of customer satisfaction through negotiations of customer expectations and managing and directing staff activities required to meet this expectation. \xe2\x80\xa2 Coordinates with customers, purchasing, project managers, operations managers, and warehouse managers. \xe2\x80\xa2 In charge of accurate inventory cycle counts, and controls. \xe2\x80\xa2 Provides for the proper shipping and documentation of finished goods. \xe2\x80\xa2 Develops, implements, and maintains policies, procedures and material control systems. \xe2\x80\xa2 Reviews, plans, and approves purchase orders and change notices. \xe2\x80\xa2 Reviews purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to company policy. \xe2\x80\xa2 In charge of disposition of excess and obsolete materials. \xe2\x80\xa2 Travel as required.

Here are a few of our preferred experiences

• Typically requires a Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree in a related field or equivalent experience and training. \xe2\x80\xa2 Typically requires a minimum of 8 years of material and manufacturing experience, including supervision.

What you will receive for the great work you provide

• Health Insurance \xe2\x80\xa2 Paid Time off

Job Category Global Procurement & Supply ChainRequired Skills:Optional Skills: Flex pays for all costs associated with the application, interview or offer process, a candidate will not be asked for any payment related to these costs.Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We\'re happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email and we\'ll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).

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