A Materials Planner plans and manages the flow of materials used in production by a company. Plans and manages procurement of raw materials or parts, tracks shipments, monitors inventories and monitors materials used in production processes
Full-time | Hybrid schedule available after training (1-2 remote days per week) Position Overview We are seeking a Material Planner to support a brand-new, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility focused on developing advanced power generation systems for data centers and microgrid applications. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing operation at the ground level and play a key role in ensuring materials are available to support production while optimizing inventory levels. The Material Planner will work closely with production planning, customer service, purchasing, supplier quality, and scheduling teams to develop and execute supply plans, resolve material shortages, and drive on-time delivery performance. Responsibilities Develop and maintain long-term supply plans based on production forecasts Coordinate material availability to support production schedules Resolve material shortages, backlogs, and potential supply chain disruptions Work directly with suppliers to obtain recovery plans and improve delivery performance Perform root cause analysis to identify and resolve supply issues Communicate shipping requirements to suppliers to ensure on-time deliveries Utilize SAP and ERP systems to execute supplier schedules and monitor delivery performance Track raw material inventory and help minimize excess inventory Create reports to evaluate supplier performance and key supply chain metrics Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Purchasing, Production Scheduling, Supplier Quality, and Customer Service Follow all health, safety, and environmental policies while promoting a safe work environment Qualifications Associate degree or equivalent work experience Experience with production planning, scheduling, or material planning Knowledge of planning and scheduling concepts and best practices Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint Experience with MRP/ERP systems required SAP experience strongly preferred Strong written and verbal communication skills Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and analytical abilities Manufacturing experience preferred Why Join Us?
Competitive pay:
•$29-$36/hour Hybrid work schedule after training (1-2 remote days per week) Opportunity to join a brand-new, cutting-edge manufacturing facility Collaborative team environment with opportunities for growth Be part of an innovative organization supporting next-generation energy solutions You should be proficient in:
ERP & MRP
Systems Production Planning & Scheduling Inventory Management & Control Scheduling Experience Experience in a Manufacturing Environment Microsoft Excel documentation Manufacturing Principles Machines & technologies you'll use: ERP Software Microsoft Excel Microsoft Systems MRP Software SAP
