Material Planner

Material Planner

Requirements

• Strong proficiency in ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions
• Solid understanding of supply chain principles, inventory management techniques, and forecasting methodologies
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets for data analysis and reporting
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field
• 10+ years of progressive experience in material planning, demand planning, supply planning, or a related supply chain function

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with leadership, product management, and engineering teams to develop and maintain an accurate and timely demand plan
• Translate the demand plan into a comprehensive supply plan, considering lead times, capacity constraints, and inventory targets for the various supply nodes
• Partner with various stakeholders, including sourcing, manufacturing, and logistics, to align on material requirements and ensure supply plan execution
• Establish and maintain clear communication channels to become the recognized source of truth for material availability, lead times, and potential risks
• Work proactively with the engineering team to ensure Bill of Materials (BOM) readiness, accuracy, and timely release to enable effective sourcing activities
• Collaborate with the sourcing team to provide critical material forecasts, enabling proactive supplier engagement, contract negotiations, and risk mitigation
• Support engineering development builds by ensuring material availability and proactively addressing any potential component shortages
• Manage and report on rolling liability on a monthly basis, providing clear visibility to potential excess or obsolete inventory
• Capture and track long lead time components and their critical order kickoff dates, presenting this information for timely approvals
• Identify and proactively mitigate potential material shortages or supply chain disruptions
• Contribute to the development and implementation of best practices and continuous improvement initiatives within the material planning function
• Potentially manage and mentor a team of material planners as the organization grows

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience working closely with cross-functional teams, including leadership, product, and engineering
• Experience in developing and executing demand and supply plans
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with various stakeholders at all levels