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Job Description
- Req#: R-2024-40015
The Associate Material Planner accomplishes specific and routine material planning & forecasting functions for their assigned commodities. This includes supporting new part setup, establishing stocking plans, executing order plans, participating in parts-related projects & programs, and conducting material reviews to support fleet service levels.
Track demand of parts/materials and create forecast modifications to mitigate disruptions to maintenance plans and operations.
Determine and implement appropriate stocking levels to achieve target service levels for assigned commodities and maintenance locations.
Provide in-person and remote information and updates to all Internal Customers and Team stakeholders impacted by material availability.
Coordinate with Supply Chain Management and Tech Ops Teams to determine material support actions and carry out order plans.
Collect raw data to identify opportunities to improve service, assess trends and report findings to Customers and Leadership.
Support cost saving, cost avoidance, and cost deferral opportunities for assigned commodities.
Support business cases and annual operating plans by identifying material support requirements to meet defined goals.
Participate in parts-related projects specific to assigned commodities and conduct material reviews to support fleet service levels.
Identify opportunities to create efficiencies within existing manual processes through automation or improvements in data management, partnering with other subject matter experts to implement enhancements.
Identify shortcomings in material support plans and enact solutions or escalate more complex problems to senior Planners to ensure resolution.
May perform other job duties as directed by Employee’s Leaders.
Knowledge of fundamental supply chain principles involved in supply and demand relationships and business practices used in a service environment.
Skilled in basic use of office productivity software such as MS Office, particularly spreadsheet tools such as MS Excel. Basic use of MRP, MRO, ERP, Service Planning technologies.
Skilled in effective time management skills and acting with a sense of urgency, while managing daily responsibilities with some direction and guidance.
Skilled in use of active listening and producing complete and accurate verbal and written communications, including reports.
Ability to partner with diverse Teams to accomplish project goals and convey information across a variety of communication channels.
Ability to assess multiple facets to a problem before taking action, recommend potential solutions, and learn from experience to make needed adjustments.
Skilled in utilizing available resources and applying new information to both current and future problem-solving.
Skilled in using logic and reasoning to identify a solution, conclusion, or approach to a problem.
Skilled in use of basic methods of analysis to obtain, sort, and categorize data, then provide required information.
Ability to demonstrate the highest level of ethics in all interactions with internal and external stakeholders.
Required: High School Diploma or GED
Entry-level experience; developing skills and knowledge in:
Professional environment, such as Supply Chain, Finance, Accounting, Engineering, or Logistics
Usage of various MRP/MRO/ERP or service planning technologies (e.g. Service Parts Management, Maintenix, QuickBase database management, Alteryx, Tableau, Salesforce, SAP ERP)
Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
N/A
Ability to perform work duties from limited space work station/desk/office area for extended periods of time
Ability to communicate and interact with others in the English language to meet the demands of the job
Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed and accuracy to meet the demands of the job
Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines
Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines
Must meet confidentiality expectations as to confidential, proprietary, and sensitive Company information
Ability to work flexible hours to successfully meet deadlines; extended work hours, including occasional weekend coverage may be required
Possible travel domestically/internationally 10-15%
Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights (your eligible dependents too)
Up to a 9.3% 401(k) Company match, dollar for dollar, of your eligible pay, per paycheck***
Potential for annual ProfitSharing contribution toward retirement - when Southwest profits, you profit****
Explore more Benefits you’ll love: https://careers.southwestair.com/benefits
Department:
Supply Chain ManagementOur Company Promise
We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer.Job Description:
Responsibilities:
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Education
Experience
Licensing/Certification
Physical Abilities
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Other Qualifications
Pay & Benefits:
Competitive market salary from $63,000.00 per year to $70,000.00 per year* depending on qualifications and experience**. For eligible Leadership and individual contributor roles, additional bonus opportunities are available and awarded at the discretion of the Company.
Benefits you’ll love:
*Pay amount doesn’t guarantee employment for any particular period of time
**Competitive market salary from $63,000.00 per year to $70,000.00 per year is the starting salary range. Salaries may increase over time based on performance and market movement.
***401(k) match contributions are subject to the plan’s vesting schedule and applicable IRS limits
****ProfitSharing contributions are subject to plan’s vesting schedule and are made at the discretion of the Company.
The culture of Southwest Airlines means we embrace a flexible workplace and value the camaraderie, collaboration, and innovation that occurs when we come together and interact face-to-face at our vibrant Corporate Campus. This role is a hybrid position based out of our Corporate Campus in Dallas, TX, which requires Employees to work onsite on our Corporate Campus at least three days a week. The Department designates the specific three days of the week Employees must work on-site.
Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Southwest Airlines Co., typically referred to as Southwest, is one of the major airlines of the United States and the world's largest low-cost carrier.