Meeting/Event Planner jobs in Topeka, KS
Meeting/Event Planner plans and organizes live or virtual meetings and events for an organization or external clients. Implements an event strategy to achieve objectives. Being a Meeting/Event Planner researches and recommends event venues. Coordinates meeting logistics, including attendee registration, transportation, accommodations, meals, and technology. Additionally, Meeting/Event Planner conducts rehearsals and system checks of all equipment and connectivity. Researches and maintains relationships with vendors for event support services. Coordinates budget planning and ensures that events stay within cost projections. Typically requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Meeting/Event Planner occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be a Meeting/Event Planner typically requires 2-4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Material Planner
- Cargotec
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Ottawa, KS
FULL_TIME
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Kalmar keeps global trade moving. Our innovative solutions contribute to every fourth container movement in the world and help transform the future of cargo handling. We believe in collaboration, delivering on our promises and that people make the difference.
Purpose of the position
Based in Ottawa, KS, this position is responsible for daily supply chain management activities including: forecast integration, demand management, supply planning, inventory management and scheduling for assigned commodities and/or components as well as the flow of goods between assigned plants.
The purpose of this position is to optimize the planning of the supply chain for manufacturing in order to meet OTD while optimizing inventory levels.
The Material Planner will take the lead in communicating product availability in response to customer requirements for assigned products.
Salary is commiserate with experience with a starting range of $55,000
Main tasks and responsibilities
• Monitors actual and forecasted consumption of materials and orders replenishment stock.
• Manage timely and efficient processing of purchase orders. Monitor the status of open purchase orders including delivery and quality issues that may affect status.
• Review and evaluate safety stock levels, minimum order quantities, supplier and QA lead times on a regular basis to identify continuous improvement opportunities including but not limited to inventory reductions.
• Manage the replacement of rejected/non-conforming material through the NCR process.
• Maintain and input material master data into planning systems.
• Resolves material issues as they pertain to quality and production through close cooperation with Strategic Purchasing, QA, and Engineering.
• Tracks and reports vendor supply issues to Strategic Purchasing.
• Maintains knowledge of suppliers' operations and capabilities.
• Maintains complete and current knowledge of all material requirements and issues affecting product availability.
What you'll need to succeed
• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration
• 2 years of experience in planning with in-depth knowledge of MRP system and inventory management, preferably with an OEM or tier 1 supplier environment.
• Should possess a technical aptitude for heavy equipment parts; some knowledge of engineering is a plus.
• A "Can Do" attitude and sense of urgency, ability to prioritize and follow through is required to meet deadlines and to impact our overall performance.
• Ability to listen, communicates clearly, and works well with others
• Understanding of Bill of Materials or product structuring preferred.
Competencies:
• Subject Matter Expert: Strong knowledge of production supply chain principles.
• Communication: Strong influencing, negotiation, interpersonal, and communications skills.
• Problem Solving: Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
• Computer Skills: Proficient in the use of Microsoft office suite software including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and MS Project. Knowledge of Google suite software.
• Lingual Skills: Foreign language comprehension and experience working with suppliers in Europe, SA and ASIA is a major plus.
• APICS certification preferred.
You will be part of
Kalmar currently employs more than 4,800 professionals worldwide. One of our most important values is:
We do it together. We value team skills, as well as innovativeness, customer orientation, and a willingness
to commit to continuous improvement. We work closely with our customers and partners - across language, cultural,
and professional borders. We see diversity as a common strength and valuable resource for Kalmar's future.
Interested to join?
Please submit your resume/CV to be considered!
Kalmar is part of Cargotec
Kalmar is the global leader in sustainable cargo handling for ports, terminals, distribution centres and heavy industry. With our extensive electric portfolio and global service network, we help our customers move towards safer, more eco-efficient and productive operations. Together, we develop innovative solutions that shape the future of our industry, improving our customers' every move. www.kalmarglobal.com
Kalmar is part of Cargotec. Cargotec's (Nasdaq Helsinki: CGCBV) sales in 2023 totalled approximately EUR 4.6 billion and it employs around 11,400 people. www.cargotec.com - 14 Days Ago
Maintenance Planner
- Post Consumer Brands
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Lawrence, KS
FULL_TIME
- Business Unit OverviewHeadquartered in Lakeville, Minn., Post Consumer Brands, a business unit of Post Holdings, Inc., is dedicated to providing people and their pets with delicious food choices for e...
- 2 Days Ago
Community Planner
- JEO Consulting Group
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Lawrence, KS
FULL_TIME
- Company Overview JEO is not your typical engineering firm. We have a welcoming, fun, and laid-back culture that encourages communication and collaboration where our greatest strength is our team membe...
- 3 Days Ago
Community Planner
- JEO Consulting Group
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Topeka, KS
FULL_TIME
- Company Overview JEO is not your typical engineering firm. We have a welcoming, fun, and laid-back culture that encourages communication and collaboration where our greatest strength is our team membe...
- 3 Days Ago
Planner I or Planner II - Planning & Development
- City of Topeka
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Topeka, KS
FULL_TIME
- The City of Topeka (population 128,000) is seeking qualified candidates for a well-rounded planner to join our team. Topeka is the Capital of the State of Kansas rich with history, diverse neighborhoo...
- 4 Days Ago
Facility Planner (Guam)
- Planate Management Group
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Topeka, KS
CONTRACTOR
- Planate Management Group (PMG) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, and Orlando, Florida USA with technical support centers in South East ...
- 21 Days Ago
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About Topeka, Kansas
Topeka (/toʊˈpiːkə/; Kansa: Tó Pee Kuh) is the capital city of the U.S. state of Kansas and the seat of Shawnee County. It is situated along the Kansas River in the central part of Shawnee County, in northeast Kansas, in the Central United States. As of the 2010 census, the city population was 127,473. The Topeka Metropolitan Statistical Area, which includes Shawnee, Jackson, Jefferson, Osage, and Wabaunsee counties, had a population of 233,870 in the 2010 census.
The name Topeka is a Kansa-Osage sentence that means "place where we dug potatoes", or "a good place to dig potatoes". As a plac...
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Income Estimation for Meeting/Event Planner jobs
$62,061 to $80,281
Topeka, Kansas area prices
were up 1.3% from a year ago
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