Materials Specialist

Summary Coordinate and expedite the flow of materials from suppliers and also within departments according to production schedules Plan and schedule material production needs Accountable for the quality of own work Subject to direct operations supervision prescribed work instructions systems checking Executes within a well-defined operations framework There is generally a step by step sequence of standard operational tasks which need to be followed to achieve an end result GE HealthCare is a leading global medical technology and digital solutions innovator Our purpose is to create a world where healthcare has no limits Unlock your ambition turn ideas into world-changing realities and join an organization where every voice makes a difference and every difference builds a healthier world tex Roles and Responsibilities Planning Develop and maintain material requirement plans based on production forecasts service needs and inventory targets Monitor inventory levels and adjust planning parameters to optimize stock availability and minimize excess inventory Collaborate with production engineering and service teams to align material availability with operational needs Buying Inventory Management Responsibility for material ordering availability and scheduling targeting 2-week inventory levels at a minimum Oracle and Digital Cockpit expert Execute purchase orders for raw materials components in line with PSI Service order requirements Track order status and expedite deliveries to avoid production delays Work on NPI Materials planning based on NPI execution timelines to meet organization goals Manage Phase In Phase Out NPI minimize obsolete material Rescheduling materials for pull ins expedites and push outs for inventory control Review parts availability for rolling 3 months maintain healthy DOH inventory for production purpose Ensure systemic stock accuracy wrt Physical Part by conducting frequent cycle counts Supplier Management Maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure reliability and quality Resolve issues related to Logistics Customs Clearance delivery discrepancies quality concerns and invoice mismatches Systems Reporting Use ERP systems like Oracle ASCP to manage planning and procurement activities Generate reports on inventory status purchase order tracking and supplier performance Required Qualifications Bachelor s degree in relevant Engineering Streams 2 years of experience in materials planning and procurement preferably in a manufacturing or healthcare technology environment Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel Desired Characteristics Effective oral and written communication skills Ability to document plan promote and implement programs Excellent communication negotiation and problem-solving skills Knowledge of lean manufacturing and inventory optimization principles is a plus APICS Certification Green Belt Certification Inclusion and Diversity GE HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer where inclusion matters Employment decisions are made without regard to race color religion national or ethnic origin sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law We expect all employees to live and breathe our behaviors to act with humility and build trust lead with transparency deliver with focus and drive ownership - always with unyielding integrity Our total rewards are designed to unlock your ambition by giving you the boost and flexibility you need to turn your ideas into world-changing realities Our salary and benefits are everything you d expect from an organization with global strength and scale and you ll be surrounded by career opportunities in a culture that fosters care collaboration and support LI-SB1 LI-Onsite