Ame Materials Planner (Santiago de Querétaro)

Location: Queretaro, Mexico, Av. La Noria 170

• Job Family: Supply Chain
• Worker Type Reference: Regular - Permanent
• Pay Rate Type: Salary
• Career Level: P3
• Job ID: R-**********

Description & Requirements

• Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Automotive
  • We are a general, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow.
  • At HARMAN Automotive, we give you the keys to fast‑track your career.
  • Engineer audio systems and integrated technology platforms that augment the driving experience.
  • Combine ingenuity, in‑depth research, and a spirit of collaboration with design and engineering excellence.
  • Advance in‑vehicle infotainment, safety, efficiency, and enjoyment.
  • Combine the physical and digital, making technology a more dynamic force to solve challenges and serve humanity's needs.
  • Work at the convergence of cross‑channel UX, cloud, insightful data, IoT and mobility.
  • Empower companies to create new digital business models, enter new markets, and improve customer experiences.
• About the Role
  • Assuring the material supply for production plan for service and pilot parts as required for the different customers on time, quantity, and with the best cost of transportation.
  • Effective analysis of demand, inventory, and correct communication with the supplier.
  • Creating sustainable processes and strategies related to material planning, inventory control and cost reduction.
• What You Will Do
  • Perform daily inventory analysis to avoid shortages.
  • Analyze weekly releases to detect demand variations with scheduler and customer analyst.
  • Plan weekly orders to suppliers based on current customer demand for service parts.
  • Analyze shortages of components for pilot build and follow up arrival on time.
  • Coordinate with scheduling, customer analyst, and PM for procurement per pilot build timing.
  • Negotiate lead‑time, minimum order quantities, and cost with suppliers.
  • Communicate and control with suppliers and procurement.
  • Ensure proper receipt of material in the warehouse.
  • Collaborate with customs and logistics to guarantee timely arrival.
  • Identify and implement process improvements to increase labor efficiency.
  • Maintain high data and transactional integrity in the ERP system for inventory accuracy.
  • Minimize freight and premium freight services through proper planning.
  • Implement lean manufacturing techniques related to material handling and control.
  • Ensure proper obsolescence disposal and coordination with other areas.
  • Perform other activities assigned by the direct supervisor or Senior Manager.
• What You Need to Be Successful
  • Integrity
  • Innovation
  • Inclusion
  • Teamwork & Respect
  • Excellence
  • Engineering, International Business, Finance or Administration Degree.
  • 3‑5 years of related experience.
  • Experience in the automotive industry preferred.
  • Experience with transfer of projects or production lines.
  • Experience with engineering change implementation, exhaust of materials and/or last time build calculations preferred.
  • Knowledge of ERP‑SAP systems.
  • Ability to work under stressful conditions.
  • Advance English level at least 80% (reading and writing that allow fluid presentations).
• Bonus Points If You Have
  • Leadership
  • Change Orientation
  • Collaboration
  • Judgment
  • Result Driven
  • Initiative
  • Analytical Problem Solving Skills
  • Achievement oriented
  • SAP system
  • APICS
  • Computer knowledge
• Eligibility Requirements
  • Willingness to travel.
  • Willingness to work in an office.
  • Successfully complete a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment.
• What We Offer
  • Flexible work environment, allowing for full‑time remote work globally for positions that can be performed outside a HARMAN or customer location.
  • Access to employee discounts on world‑class Harman and Samsung products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, etc.).
  • Extensive training.