Materials Planner

About the role

The Materials Planner role is part of the Logistics team and involves planning, scheduling, and managing materials for production. Key responsibilities include purchasing, inventory management, and work order planning.

Responsibilities

• Plan, monitor, and optimize material and inventory flow
• Cross-functional supply chain activities to ensure targets are met
• Communicate with outside suppliers on delivery schedules and resolve supply chain issues
• Maintain inventory integrity and documentation
• Drive continuous improvement and compliance with company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements
• Audit supplier performance based on quality, cost, and delivery timeliness
• Manage kanban supermarkets and monitor discrepancies
• Control inventory integrity, including product identification and location programs
• Release purchase orders and establish contracts in accordance with corporate policies
• Document and dispose of damaged product per company policy
• Communicate and report effectively
• Resolve discrepancies in customer orders and inventory
• Develop methods and procedures for effective inventory movement in the warehouse
• Ensure on-time delivery of purchases and timely, accurate purchase order maintenance
• Participate in operational lean activities and other projects as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field
• Three to five years of experience in material planning, inventory management, purchasing, or a related position
• Proficiency in ERP systems and material management software, JDE a plus
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and time management abilities
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, supply chain management, and work order planning
• Attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping and inventory management
• Deep understanding of material requirement planning and inventory control

Qualifications

• Preferred certifications: APICS (CPIM or CSCP)
• Experience with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement initiatives
• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with forecasting methodologies

Skills

• ERP systems and material management software proficiency
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Effective communication and collaboration
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and supply chain management
• Attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping and inventory management
• Knowledge of material requirement planning and inventory control

Benefits

• Medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs

Pay

$45,700.00 - $73,600.00 annually

Schedule

Standard work hours will generally apply but overtime and deviated work schedules may be required on occasion and often without notice.