Material Planner
At AKG, we believe great people build great products. We are looking for dependable, safety-focused team members who want to grow their skills and be part of a company that values teamwork, accountability, respect, and continuous improvement. If you enjoy hands-on work, problem-solving, and working with precision equipment in a manufacturing environment, we encourage you to apply.
About the role
AKG is hiring a Material Planner to support material planning activities at our Mebane, NC facility. In this role, you will help ensure the timely availability of materials needed to support production schedules, customer demand, and inventory objectives. The ideal candidate will have experience in supply chain planning, purchasing, or inventory management, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple departments.
Responsibilities
- Manage material planning activities to ensure adequate inventory levels and uninterrupted production.
- Monitor ERP (SAP) data, including exception messages, purchase requisitions, inventory levels, and delivery statuses.
- Coordinate with production, procurement, logistics, and customer service teams to support material availability and production requirements.
- Participate in daily production meetings and communicate material constraints or risks.
- Analyze demand fluctuations, order changes, inventory trends, and supply issues to develop appropriate planning actions.
- Track and expedite critical material deliveries when necessary.
- Maintain accurate planning parameters and master data within SAP.
- Prepare material status updates and communicate potential supply risks to management.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives related to inventory management, planning accuracy, and supply chain efficiency.
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in material planning, supply chain, purchasing, or inventory management.
- Experience working with SAP or other ERP systems.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Experience in manufacturing or production environments preferred.
- Must be on-site daily; remote work is not available for this role.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
- Ability to proactively identify supply risks and recommend solutions.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Skills
- SAP
- ERP Systems
- Material Planning
- Purchasing
- Inventory Management
- Demand Planning
- Supply Chain
- Problem Solving
- Data Analysis
- Communication
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Production Planning
Benefits
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Shift differential opportunities
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective the first of the month after 30 days
- Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability (STD), and long-term disability (LTD) insurance
- Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
- 401(k) with company match
- Training and advancement opportunities
- Stable manufacturing environment
- Employee recognition programs
About AKG
At AKG, we are committed to creating a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and part of the solution. Safety is our top priority, and we believe strong teams are built through communication, accountability, and respect for others. As part of The AKG Way, we strive to create an environment where employees can grow professionally while contributing to the success of the organization.