Material Planner

About the role

Reliable material flow is the backbone of our production schedule, and we're looking for a detail-oriented planner to keep our lines stocked and our suppliers aligned. The Material Planner will be responsible for planning, scheduling, and coordinating the flow of raw materials and components to support production schedules, while minimizing excess inventory and controlling costs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain material requirement plans (MRP) based on production schedules and forecasts
• Monitor inventory levels of raw materials and components; place and track purchase orders to prevent shortages or overstock
• Coordinate with suppliers to confirm delivery schedules, resolve delays, and manage lead times
• Partner with production leads to align material availability with the production schedule and communicate any material-related risks
• Analyze inventory data to identify trends, reduce excess/obsolete stock, and improve inventory turns
• Maintain accurate data in the ERP system (Netsuite) including part numbers, lead times, safety stock levels, BOMs
• Support new product launches and engineering changes by ensuring timely material availability
• Track key performance metrics such as on-time delivery, inventory accuracy, and stockout rates
• Participate in supplier performance reviews and continuous improvement initiatives with Purchasing
• Assist with cycle counts and physical inventory as needed, while investigating causes of discrepancies

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered
• 2+ years of experience in material planning, production planning, or supply chain in a manufacturing environment
• Experience in automotive parts or automotive-adjacent manufacturing is a plus
• Proficiency with ERP systems (Netsuite) and advanced Excel skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills for coordinating across production, purchasing, and suppliers
• APICS/CPIM certification a plus, but not required

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance