Materials Planner

<b> Overview </b><br><br>Weatherford is the leading wellbore and production solutions company. Operating in more than 80 countries, the Company answers the challenges of the energy industry with its global talent network of approximately 20,000 team members and 600 locations, which include service, research and development, training, and manufacturing facilities. Visit weatherford.com for more information or connect on LinkedIn , Facebook , Twitter , Instagram , or YouTube .<br><br>We're looking to the future with a clear vision and a strong mission.<br><br>Our goal is to address the headwinds facing the industry, revolutionize the oilfield with digital technology, integrated solutions, and world-class talent.<br><br>We accept every challenge for the benefit of our Company, our industry, and the world. Our technology leadership delivers solutions that rise to every occasion, supply the best outcomes in each operation, and give power to all customers.<br><br>Weatherford offers competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits program and opportunities for on-going training and career development. VEVRAA Federal Contractor - Priority Referral Requested.<br><br>Weatherford is an Equal Opportunity Employer Females/ Minorities/ Veterans/Disabled and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.<br><br><b> Responsibilities </b><br><br>Our Material Planner is responsible for organizing and coordinating the day-to-day material requirements for operations. You will ensure adherence to schedules, deadlines and material accuracy through monitoring of daily operations activities. You will establish, maintain, and promote high standards of customer service whilst also liaising with external and internal customers, and operations staff.<br><ul><li>Ensure accuracy through conducting all transactions related to demand, ordering, shipping, receiving, work orders and sales orders accurately and in a timely manner.</li><li>Assist in maintaining, tracking, and forecasting materials on an ongoing basis. </li><li>Plan and track assets/materials and work with regional and local personnel to manage on hand levels as appropriate.</li><li>Identify sources of slow-moving materials and work with PL team to reduce on hand levels of this through transfers, scrapping, sales, and write-offs.</li><li>Coordinate between PL team and manufacturing locations to ensure that parts reach the base from manufacturing in a timely manner.</li><li>Identifies discrepancies in inventories and notifies operations manager of irregularities</li><li>Maintains Min Max stock levels and when stock reaches designated reorder point reorders equipment as operational requirements dictate.</li><li>Assist PL team locate, and transfer assets required for operations.</li><li>Assist in investigating non-conformances and implementing corrective actions whether internal or external in relation to material requisitions.</li><li>Work with procurement teams for the supply, service and modification of equipment and materials for operations</li><li>Manage and drive continuous improvement process.</li><li>Be proficient in JDE processes and problem resolution. </li><li>Know and understand Weatherford Quality Policy and comply with all requirements of the Quality Systems Manual, Operating and Technical Procedures and Workplace Instructions</li><li>Must understand and comply with all safety rules and company policies of Weatherford</li><li>Timely complete all assigned technical and safety trainings.</li><li>Apply Weatherford, and where appropriate Client Company Quality, Health, Safety & Environment Policy, and Management Systems. </li><li>Work assignments carried out to the highest quality level. </li></ul><br>Any other delegated responsibilities as instructed by Line Management within the timeframe specified in a safe and efficient manner to meet business requirements, provided the instruction is reasonable and you are capable and deemed competent to fulfil these.<br><br><b> Qualifications </b><br><br><ul><li>Should possess 1+ years general experience in material planning & ordering</li><li>Computer literate and working knowledge of Office Products </li><li> Experience in JDE or other ERP software beneficial </li><li>Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop a positive team working environment and communicate effectively with all levels of company personnel. </li><li>Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment. </li><li>Should be able to work closely and collaboratively with fellow employees </li><li>Well organized, self-motivated, able to exercise independent judgment, and demonstrate good problem-solving skills.</li></ul>