Materials Planner

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Materials Planner Job Description The Materials Planner is responsible for ensuring that the manufacturing plant has the proper materials available in a timely manner to meet production schedules. This includes purchasing materials within contractual lead-times and minimum order quantities from designated suppliers. The position involves minimizing costs and maximizing production efficiencies and quality of service through efficient purchasing practices, material usage decision-making, inventory turns, and cross-plant coordination. Responsibilities Determine optimal ordering and inventory balances for the plant by factoring in demand, plant lead, usage, storage, cost, supplier lead-time, minimum order quantities, service levels, and opportunity for obsolescence. Order materials for routine and complex accounts using approved vendors efficiently, emphasizing timeliness, quality, customer service, and cost. Ensure materials are delivered and received on time at the assigned plant location(s) to meet production schedules. Interface with plant team members, Procurement, accounts payable, customer service, quality, and suppliers to resolve issues or adjust to schedule changes or supply disruptions in a timely manner. Act as a subject matter expert on material status, availability, quality, and cost, managing communication and interactions with the shop floor, and making decisions on material substitutions during supply chain disruptions. Manage shortages, damages, and returns while monitoring and driving miscellaneous order turnaround to ensure a high level of customer service. Coordinate vendor performance and product quality feedback with the corporate Procurement team to build, maintain, and manage supplier relationships, ensuring good communication. Drive improved inventory record accuracy through understanding and use of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems and make manual adjustments when needed. Assist with the execution of product transitions/changes or materials improvement projects. Cultivate and maintain strong working relationships with the suppliers, internal stakeholders, and leadership. Support semiannual plant-wide physical inventory through reconciliations, directing inventory teams, fielding materials questions, and gathering tags. Essential Skills 3+ years of experience in Inventory Control, Purchasing, or Administration. Strong planning and time-management skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). Strong problem analysis, decision-making, and critical thinking skills. Excellent communication skills, both verbally and written. Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop strong working relationships. Willingness to learn and take initiative. Results driven with the ability to work under pressure and balance multiple priorities. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Additional Skills & Qualifications Bachelor's degree preferred. Scheduling experience in ERP preferred. Flexibility and deadline-driven. Manufacturing experience preferred but open to other industries. Work Environment This position will be based in an office environment, sitting with the Customer Service Team. The work hours are from 7 AM to 4 PM, Monday through Friday. The team consists of 2 teams with 4-5 people each, within a Central Purchasing department that operates across multiple sites. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Thurmont, MD. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $65000.00/yr. In addition to the traditional benefits, we offer all our employees stock ownership through a profit-sharing trust as part of our retirement savings package. NVR has had the highest Earnings Per Share growth rate in the homebuilding industry for the past 10 years, so as we grow financially, so do you. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Thurmont,MD. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 23, 2026.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.