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Material Planner

Country/Region: CA

Location: Windsor, ON, CA, N8N 5G2

Req ID 83274 | TCL - Windsor Modules Plant 2, Canada, ZF Chassis Modules (Windsor) Inc.

Job Description

About the Team: Our team at ZF Automotive Canada Ltd. plays a critical role in supporting our axle assembly plant, which supplies Stellantis with high-quality components. With approximately 300 employees onsite, we work collaboratively to ensure a smooth flow of materials for production. As part of the Material Planning team, you’ll manage parts supply, resolve issues quickly, and analyze supplier releases to guarantee adequate inventory for uninterrupted operations. This is a fast-paced environment where problem-solving and proactive communication are key to keeping production on track.

What you can look forward to as a Material Planner:

• Manage parts supply and resolve issues.

• Analyze supplier releases to ensure adequate production materials.

• Coordinate expedites from suppliers to meet production requirements.

• Coordinate engineering changes and build schedules with suppliers and production.

• Identify inventory discrepancies and work closely with the Materials Manager.

• Communicate all material supply issues to suppliers and relevant salary personnel.

• Assist with all inventory activities.

• Work closely with Production to ensure clear communication of material status.

Your profile as a Material Planner:

• Post-secondary education in a related discipline (Business Certificate or Business Degree).

• 3+ years of experience in an automotive/manufacturing environment with knowledge of vendor scheduling and releasing.

• Experience with FCA systems (Blue Zone, QAD Supplier Portal, FCA Group E-Supplier, FCA Production Centre).

• Knowledge of transportation, customs, and freight tenders.

Why you should choose ZF in Windsor:

• A supportive collaborative team environment

• Paid Time Off

• Health Care Benefits

• Paid Holidays

• A strong diverse culture

• Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities

Be part of our ZF team as Material Planner and apply now!

What does DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) mean for ZF as a company?

At ZF, we continuously strive to build and maintain a culture where inclusiveness is lived and diversity is valued. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that all our employees can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this vision in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape the future of mobility.

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