Material Planner

About Macnica

Macnica Americas, Inc. is the North American division of Macnica Fuji Electronics Holdings, Inc., a $10 billion technology solutions provider renowned for its expertise in semiconductor distribution. We excel in delivering customized solutions tailored to client needs and leverage our skilled engineers to accelerate product development while ensuring optimal outcomes.

The Perks:

• Vacation and Leave: 15 days of vacation, national holidays, and paid sick time off.

• Retirement Plan: 401(k) with company matching.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability coverage.

• Health savings and flexible spending accounts.

• Comprehensive life insurance coverage.

• Interact with suppliers from all over the world.

• Opportunities to attend industry trade shows across the U.S., Europe, and Asia.

• Be part of an amazing team in a friendly work environment.

Job Summary

As a VMI distributor, we purchase parts from suppliers, manage inventory, and ship products to customers. This role focuses on supply chain support for semiconductor products, particularly for automotive T1/T2 customers. You will be responsible for managing relationships with 5 key customers and 5 suppliers, handling around 20-50 line items per customer.

Responsibilities:
Order Processing:

• Handle quotes, customer forecasts/orders (S/O), and book orders to suppliers (P/O) based on lead times

• Manage order tracking, expediting, cancellations, invoicing, credit issues, RMAs, and problem resolution according to customer needs

Forecast Management:

• Create and manage accurate spreadsheets with customer forecasts/orders and supplier forecasts/orders

• Analyze product life cycles, customer production plans, and market information to maintain the supply chain

Long-Term Supply Chain Management:

• Oversee monthly supply chain/pipeline between suppliers and customers via MRP systems

• Ensure accuracy in pricing, part numbers, quantities, and other T&Cs to avoid entry errors

Credit Management:

• Manage credit between customers and suppliers, including invoicing, RMAs, inventory costs, and ship-and-debit processes

Line Down Management:

• Secure minimum supply quantities during line-down situations

• Gather customer production information, including inventory and minimum production usage

Account Setup:

• Set up new accounts and coordinate all required credit applications for internal and external setup

Process Management:

• Ensure accurate supply chain processes using MRP, ERP, web portals, EDI, and email

Communication and Reporting:

• Accurately interpret and respond to manager requests

• Provide timely reports and updates on action items, data input, daily activities, goals, issues, and solutions

• Organize backup support during absences

Customer and Supplier Communication:

• Monitor and control responses to customer requirements, including order fulfillment, expediting, changes, cancellations, and other business needs

RFQ and Pricing Negotiation:

• Process RFQs, negotiate costs and resale prices, and manage part numbers and account setups

• Explain gross profitability and negotiate pricing for new designs and cost reduction processes

• Create organized spreadsheets for tracking customer names, part numbers, current costs/resale prices, GP%, proposed future costs, and cost-down structures

Quality Operations:

• Manage PCNs from suppliers and communicate with customers

• Coordinate pre- and post-PCN supply chain management, including IPP tag operations

Other Duties:

• May be required to work overtime based on customer/supplier needs

Required Experience:

• 3-5 years in a similar position

• Experience in the semiconductor industry

• Understanding of semiconductor demand/supply cycles

• Experience with contract renewal/expiration or any activities that include creating new contracts, negotiating terms, securing approvals, executing agreements, monitoring contract performance and ensuring ongoing compliance

• Experience with both Client Lifecycle Management (CLM) and Quality, Cost, Delivery, Development (QCDD)

• Proficiency in Excel (formulas, formats, pivot tables), Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint

• Experience with MRP, ERP systems, web portals, EDI, and email

• Experience with Oracle, SAP, AS400, or QuickBooks

• Excellent oral and written communication skills (English required, Japanese communication skills are a plus)

• Strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills

Compensation:

$75K - $80K per year + variable component