Company Profile
Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, entertainment, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.
Duties & Responsibilities
The Workshop Material Planner ensures efficient material planning and inventory management for the workshop. This role oversees the ERP system, coordinates with buyers to maintain the schedule, and monitors procurement to mitigate risks. It demands proactive communication, effective material handling, and continuous process improvement.
The Planner proactively anticipates material needs, prevents shortages, and optimizes inventory by analyzing data, forecasting trends, and collaborating with departments to ensure timely availability and minimize delays.
Functions
* Monitor and Manage ERP system for all workshop activity and provide an accurate lookahead of all workshop materials and parts requirements that supports the master schedule.
* Proactively communicate materials and parts slippage that may impact Workshop Production Schedule.
* Coordinates with Buyers to ensure that all attributes for workshop demand via Work Order, Production ID and Purchase Requisition requirements are being followed and met.
* Monitor all workshop Buy Messages and address issues related to incorrect attribute settings and repairs as appropriate.
* Monitor & manage part and non-part numbered parts by utilizing usage reports to identify materials and parts as candidates for substitution or part number creation.
* Daily review of PeopleSoft CRR to ensure flow of material availability to Workshop schedule.
* Identify areas of procurement risk and/or schedule conflict to Workshop Leadership Team in a timely manner.
* Deliver comprehensive feedback through the Master Schedule to the Production Manager, Master Scheduler, and Production Coordinators on the status of materials and parts. Ensure accuracy, timely receipt, and proactively identify potential risks or issues. Develop and implement workarounds, contingency plans, and expedite materials or information as needed.
* Monitor shipments to ensure that goods come in on time, and in the event of problems trace shipments and follow up undelivered goods.
* Conduct proactive material planning by analyzing demand forecasts and historical data to ensure optimal inventory levels.
* Anticipate shortages, coordinate with buyers and suppliers and recommend adjustments to replenishment settings based on the workshop's forecasted activity.
* Engage with engineering resources to ensure accurate ordering and avoid duplicates.
* Develop product knowledge of parts and materials associated with items used on ROV system and associated tooling.
* Participate in all HSEQ initiatives.
* Participate in daily workshop meetings (toolbox talks, safety stand downs etc.)
* Where appropriate raise non-conformance reports to follow up discrepancies found within processes.
* Champion continuous improvement for the purpose of refining relevant processes.
* Promote and encourage communication between all stakeholders.
* Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
REQUIRED
* Extensive knowledge of ROV systems and tooling maintenance regimes.
* Strong demonstrated critical thinking and logic skills with proven track record of success in a complex production and assembly LEAN environment.
* Demonstrable knowledge of the following gained through APM PMQ certification or higher:
o project planning
o resource planning
o risk management
o managing stakeholder conflict
* Excellent negotiating, communication (verbal and written) and organizational skills.
* Handling of multiple tasks and responsibilities in an effective and efficient manner.
* Finding solutions to facilitate continuous improvement.
DESIRED
* Knowledge of 6S and lean principles.
* Strong written and oral communication skills.
* Knowledge of MS Office and PeopleSoft ERP System.
* Ability to work with cross-cultural organizations and groups.
Closing Statement
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