- Material Scheduling: Schedule the supply of raw materials/components to meet production requirements and safety stock levels.
- Inventory Control: Monitor inventory levels to minimize obsolete stock and maintain accurate stock records.
- Supplier Coordination: Liaise with vendors to manage delivery dates, resolve shortages, and track supplier performance.
- MRP Management: Use Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems to plan, track, and update material status.
- Risk Management: Identify potential material shortages and take corrective actions to prevent production downtime