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Materials Planning Manager

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Flex

Materials Planning Manager

Shenzhen, China

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.

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Job Summary

Job summary:

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we're looking to add a/an Global NPI Planning Assistant Manager located in Futian shenzhen.

Reporting to the Program Manager, the Global NPI Planning Assistant Manager role involves...

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What a typical day looks like:
  • This positions will work as control tower in designated NPI projects and responsible for dispatching program information (such as NPI schedules, milestones, NPI build/shipment matrix), and consolidating implementation status at NA and EMEA RPCs.
  • Hosts weekly program meetings with GN program team, receive requirement, and elaborate/follow up to 3 RPCs.
  • Receives project forecast (manual forecast) from GN global planner, review with 3 RPCs and finally and provides/develops global RPC Capacity plan.
  • Consolidates CTB (clear to build) for 3 RPCs and provide global RPC RU plan, and consolidating and reporting Global RPCs daily production plan vs actual following up in FCS period.
  • Assist RPC planner on the NPI BULK material procurement, coordinating with GN planner (if required) to expedite BULK ETD and logistic arrangement from VMI hub to RPCs.
  • Assist RPC planner on the NPI tier 2 material procurement, coordinating with GN MPM (if required) to expedite the tier 2 material manufacturing lead time and transportation lead time;
  • Coordinates hub sharing activities for critical / excess materials during NPI phase if necessary.
The experience we're looking to add to our team:
  • College or above
  • 10 years Planning professional in manufacturing industry, include but not limite in production planning, material planning.
  • Experience working in multi-national environment
  • Project Management experience
  • Good English both written and speaking, Excellent communication skills.
What you'll receive for the great work you provide:
  • Social Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • PTO
Job Category
Global Procurement & Supply Chain

Required Skills:

Optional Skills:

Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We 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 accessibility@flex.com 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).

Client-provided location(s): Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, China
Job ID: Flex-WD201018
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • FSA
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • On-Site Gym
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Some Meals Provided
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
    • Company Outings
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Company Equity
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Lunch and Learns
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Woman founded/led
    • Unconscious Bias Training