· To ensure that the required parts are available at the right time and in the right quantity. · To ensure that the inventory levels of parts are maintained at or below the target levels and control obsolete material base on target. · To study the MRP Suggested Report and process/release Schedule Agreement; and send the Schedule Agreement to vendors. · To study the SAP Exception Messages and perform the appropriate rescheduling and cancellation activities on the existing outstanding Schedule Agreement; changes to be sent to vendors. · To work closely with Production Planner and expedite delivery of materials to support the changing production requirements. · To follow -up with vendors on the confirmation of Schedule Agreement sent out. · To work with SCM/PUR and obtain parts from alternative vendors in the event that the primary parts have unresolved delivery or quality problems. · To forge cordial and beneficial relationships with vendors (e.g. through goodwill visits) with a view of obtaining extra information on foreseeable delivery or quality problems. · To liaise with PUR and vendors on tooling maintenance and the build-up of stocks before the transfer of tools. · To make the necessary adjustments to the ordering of parts affected by damaged parts claims and those affected by any engineering changes etc.