Materials Planner

Responsibilities

• Plan raw material and packaging inventory levels to support forecasted demand and production requirements, ensuring the right product is available at the right place, time, and cost.
• Issue purchase orders or replenishment signals based on material requirements and monitor execution to maintain continuous supply.
• Lead regular communication with suppliers to ensure materials are produced, shipped, and received on schedule.
• Provide clear planning signals to suppliers and adjust order timing, quantities, and priorities in response to changes in demand, lead times, and production schedules.
• Collaborate closely with Manufacturing, Sales, Finance, Sourcing, New Product teams, and Customer Service to ensure materials are available to support ongoing production, customer deliveries, and new product launches.
• Create, own, and maintain tools and reports that monitor material availability, inventory health, supplier performance, and planning accuracy.
• Analyze planning and performance reports to identify and recommend opportunities to improve the materials planning process.
• Communicate current material availability, potential shortages, expected recoveries, and other supply issues that may impact production or customer delivery execution.
• Escalate critical supply risks in a timely manner and support the development of mitigation plans.
• Participate actively in learning and development opportunities to deepen expertise in supply chain management and materials planning.

Requirements

• Knowledge of supply chain management principles, including production planning, materials management, and logistics.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make sound planning decisions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Able to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate across functions.
• Strong PC skills, including proficiency with MS Office products, particularly Excel and Outlook.
• Proficiency in using SAP or a similar ERP package.
• Experience with Oracle, NetSuite, or similar ERP systems.
• Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize multiple activities and manage volatile or changing conditions.
• 3–5 years of experience in production planning, plant purchasing, and/or logistics (preferred but strongly valued).
• Experience in supply chain and/or manufacturing with a focus on production planning/scheduling and materials management disciplines (preferred).

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree, with an emphasis in Supply Chain Management or Logistics preferred.
• Experience with Anaplan or similar production planning software preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong working relationships with suppliers and cross-functional partners.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and requirements.
• Interest in ongoing professional development in supply chain and materials planning.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $29.00 - $35.00/hr.

About the Role

This role leads materials planning activities to ensure an uninterrupted supply of raw materials and packaging for manufacturing operations. The Materials Planner collaborates closely with supply planners, project managers, procurement, suppliers, and cross-functional partners to plan requirements, manage replenishment, and maintain inventory levels that support production schedules, customer service goals, and working capital targets.

Work Environment

This position operates in a hybrid work environment, with Mondays and Fridays worked remotely and Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays worked in the office. Standard hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The role is based out of a corporate office setting in Moosic, using modern supply chain technologies and tools, including ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite, as well as MS Office (with a strong emphasis on Excel). The environment encourages cross-functional collaboration, regular interaction with internal teams and external suppliers, and continuous learning within the supply chain function.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Eden, PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 17, 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® Platinum Award 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.