Material Planner – Manufacturing Operations

Anniston, AL

$28.28/hr

1st Shift | 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Long-Term Contract with Full Benefits

Position Overview

We are seeking a Material Planner to support manufacturing operations by ensuring the timely flow of materials needed to meet production schedules. In this role, you will manage MRP-driven planning activities, monitor inventory levels, and coordinate closely with production, supply chain, and warehouse teams to maintain material availability and operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while balancing multiple priorities.

Key Responsibilities

Material Planning & Scheduling

• Execute and manage MRP-driven production schedules to ensure materials are available for manufacturing.
• Monitor demand forecasts, production schedules, and incoming supply to maintain optimal inventory levels.
• Coordinate the delivery of materials to the shop floor and production areas.

Inventory & Material Control

• Perform inventory audits and cycle counts to maintain accurate stock levels.
• Identify and resolve risks related to stock shortages, obsolete inventory, and misplaced materials.
• Analyze stock-out trends and implement corrective actions to prevent production disruptions.

Production & Shop Floor Support

• Act as a liaison between production, supervision, and material control teams.
• Track work order progress and monitor material consumption throughout the manufacturing process.
• Manage goods transactions including posting materials to stock and processing move orders.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with engineering, supplier quality, warehouse, and operations teams to resolve material constraints.
• Support Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) processes and supplier coordination.
• Maintain and adjust PFEP (Plan for Every Part) strategies to align with production demands.

Systems & Reporting

• Utilize MRP/ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) to manage planning and inventory data.
• Generate reports related to scrap, cycle times, reorder activity, and inventory performance.
• Maintain accurate documentation including material requests, shipping documentation, and release orders.

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 1+ years of experience in material planning, supply chain, or operations
• Experience working with MRP/ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field
• Experience in manufacturing, aerospace, or defense environments
• Background in inventory control and warehouse operations
• Experience with PFEP (Plan for Every Part) and Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI)
• Strong analytical and process improvement skills

Why This Role?

• Long-term contract with full benefits
• Opportunity to gain hands-on experience with MRP systems and supply chain operations
• High visibility role supporting critical manufacturing operations
• Collaborative environment working across production, supply chain, and engineering teams

Equal Opportunity Employer (including Disability/Veterans)

How to Apply for This Job:

To apply for this position, please follow these steps: Apply for this job with your current resume. We’ll get back to you the same day with some feedback on your application. Next you’ll be invited to an online screening conversation so we can go over the job requirements together and you can ask questions. After this stage we’ll give you more feedback on your application and select the candidates to move forward in the process. Typically steps 1 to 4 takes less than 24 hours.

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