Inventory Control Planner

About the role

We begin with dreams. Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The world's dreams, people's dreams, our dreams. Our passion creates ideas that make dreams come alive. Technology and products that were only dreams become reality.

All for dreams. Dreams challenge and the Nidec-Group will continue to meet the challenge. For the world's and people's tomorrows; the world's first, the world's best technologies and products; we will continue our part in creating a better society.

Job Summary

Nidec is the world's No. 1 comprehensive motor manufacturer handling "everything that spins and moves", miniature to gigantic. Nidec is a global enterprise comprised of over 300 subsidiaries/affiliates. We are a leading manufacturer of commercial motors, industrial motors, appliance motors, and controls. Our product line features a full line of high efficiency motors for industrial applications in water treatment, mining, oil and gas, and power generation, and for commercial applications such as pool and spa, condensers, cooling towers and large refrigeration units.

From keeping us comfortable in our homes to pumping clean water to making our cars more safe, electric motors are an indispensable part of our daily lives. At Nidec, our employees are on the forefront of developing new motor technologies. As we move deeper into the age of robotics, the impact of motors will only increase.

With over 140,000 employees stationed worldwide, Nidec continues to be a unique organization, and each location maintains its individual personality.

Whether driving locomotives, powering offshore platforms or keeping the lights on after a storm, Nidec electric power generation products impact the world on a daily basis. With over 1,000 employees in the Americas, we are moving forward with technology to solve our customers' electrical power needs for both prime and backup generation needs as the industry's leading manufacturer.

About the role

• Shift: 1st Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Work Hours: 8:00am to 5:00pm
• Work Location: On-Site (Mankato, MN)
• Starting Saraly: $22.93 - $32.12 hourly
• Pay Frequency: Bi-Weekly

At Nidec, we prioritize our team's well-being and success. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you both personally and professionally. These are the great benefits we offer, with additional perks and programs available to enhance your overall experience with us.

• Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary with additional bonus opportunities.
• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, effective from your first day.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with a best in-class company match of 100% on the employee's first 6% with an additional 3% employer contribution to support your financial future.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous time off package, including PTO and holidays.
• Education Assistance: Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning opportunities to support your professional growth.

Position Objective

The Inventory Control Planner is responsible for overseeing inventory accuracy for critical path parts, optimizing inventory levels, and supporting production requirements within a manufacturing environment. This role partners with Purchasing, Production, Quality, and Operations to manage inventory performance, resolve material issues, maintain transactional integrity, and lead continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Manage inventory levels, safety stock, and Min/Max parameters for purchased and manufactured materials.
• Lead Outside Processing (OSP) tracking and maintain Oracle Assembly/Operation Pull transactions.
• Research, track, and drive closure of NCRs and reject material disposition activities.
• Lead weekly cross-functional reviews to resolve reject inventory and material discrepancies.
• Partner with Purchasing and Operations to address shortages, inventory variances, scrap, rework, and transfer issues.
• Ensure inventory, labor, and material transactions are processed accurately and in compliance with established procedures.
• Lead cycle count programs, physical inventories, and inventory reconciliation activities.
• Maintain inventory scorecards and key performance metrics, escalating issues and driving corrective actions when targets are missed.
• Identify process gaps, strengthen inventory controls, and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform root cause analysis on inventory variances and recommend corrective actions.
• Support internal audit activities related to inventory controls and record accuracy.
• Serve as the inventory control subject matter expert Shop manager and Oracle Planning/Inventory processes.
• Review inventory adjustments and ensure compliance with company policies and inventory control standards.
• Partner with the Planning team on inventory control, planning, Shop Manager, and Oracle process improvement initiatives to enhance inventory accuracy, operational efficiency, and system performance.

Experience/Skills

• 2-5 years of experience in the planning field and knowledge of the principles and practices of planning.
• Ability to work on several projects or issues simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment as needed.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products.
• 2+ years of Oracle experience preferred.
• Able to export/download data from ERP system and manipulate it in spreadsheet fashion utilizing Filtering, X-Lookup, Pivot Tables, etc.
• Excellent critical thinking skills and methodologies.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

• Additional Job Details
• Must be a sole US citizen.