Senior Material Planner - Hardware Manufacturing at Zoox

Fremont, California, United States

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$145,000 – $175,000Compensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Hardware Manufacturing, Automotive, ElectronicsIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience demonstrating exceptional ability
5+ years of experience in a fast-paced NPI environment with direct Material Planning or Master Scheduling experience
Proficiency with ERP software (SAP or Oracle) for material transactions and planning
Strong organizational skills, able to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and ensure quality
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for collaboration across teams
Demonstrated ability to establish and achieve goals in a dynamic environment
Bonus: APICS certification

Responsibilities

Maintain accurate material availability in Zoox ERP (SAP S/4HANA) by transacting all material movements
Manage material levels across multiple plants for production and prototype builds, coordinating with Production Planning and Engineering
Lead cycle counting efforts, including year-end counts and reconciliations, to ensure inventory accuracy
Create and release work orders, manage material staging tasks, and follow up to ensure timely completion
Communicate order fulfillment status to internal customers and coordinate with supply planning to mitigate material shortages
Support the Demand Planner and perform additional duties as assigned to ensure smooth operations across the Materials team
Participate in cross-functional meetings and track and report Material KPIs

Skills

SAP S/4HANA

ERP

Material Planning

Inventory Management

Cycle Counting

Work Orders

Production Planning

Supply Chain

KPI Tracking

APICS

Zoox

Develops autonomous electric ride-hailing vehicles

About Zoox

Zoox focuses on creating a fully integrated autonomous ride-hailing service designed specifically for urban transportation. Unlike other companies that modify existing vehicles for self-driving capabilities, Zoox has engineered its own vehicle from the ground up, optimizing it for safety, efficiency, and passenger comfort. The vehicle features advanced sensors, cameras, and AI systems that allow it to navigate complex city environments. It can carry up to four passengers in a spacious interior, ensuring a pleasant ride experience. Safety is paramount, with rigorous testing and collaboration with regulatory bodies to meet high standards. Additionally, Zoox's vehicles are fully electric, promoting sustainability by reducing emissions. The company also develops a user-friendly ride-hailing platform that uses data analytics to improve routing and reduce wait times. Zoox aims to enhance urban mobility while prioritizing safety and environmental responsibility.

Menlo Park, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2014Year Founded

$1,206.2MTotal Funding

ACQUISITIONCompany Stage

Automotive & Transportation, Energy, AI & Machine LearningIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Maternity & Paternity Leave

Vacation & Paid Time Off

Sick Days

Free Lunch or Snacks

Employee Assitance Program

Risks

Increased competition from Waymo and Cruise may impact Zoox's market share.

Expansion into new cities introduces regulatory and operational challenges for Zoox.

Partnership with Williams Racing may divert focus from core vehicle development.

Differentiation

Zoox designs vehicles specifically for autonomous operation, unlike retrofitting existing cars.

Zoox's vehicles feature a unique, futuristic design with advanced AI systems.

Zoox offers a fully integrated ride-hailing service optimized for safety and efficiency.

Upsides

Zoox's expansion into Austin and Miami opens new markets and data collection opportunities.

Partnership with Williams Racing boosts Zoox's brand visibility in the U.S. market.

Hiring former Tesla executive Gao could accelerate Zoox's technological advancements.

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