Material Planner

Manpower Canada; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Canada seeks a Production Scheduler in Cambridge. This on-site role involves planning and establishing production schedules while managing material inventories. Candidates should possess a Materials Management diploma or equivalent experience with MRP concepts, SAP, and Excel. The position offers a pay rate of $30–$35/hr on a 4-month contract basis. Applicants with strong analytical skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Materials Management diploma or high school diploma with 4–6 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with MRP concepts and planning tools is essential.
• Strong analytical skills to monitor inventory levels and product demand.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, coordinate, and monitor products through the production schedule.
• Manage Planned Orders and Production Orders in SAP and Excel.
• Analyze material demand in SAP to avoid production disruptions.
• Identify bottlenecks and recommend corrective actions.

Skills

Familiarity with MRP concepts

SAP or similar planning tools

MS Office

Scheduling practices

Education

Materials Management diploma

High school diploma with 4–6 years of experience

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

What’s the Job?

Location: Cambridge (On-site, 5 days/week)

Clearance: CGP Clearance Required

Pay Rate: $30–$35/hr

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: 4 Month Contract

Role Summary

Plans and establishes production schedules, monitors material inventories, tracks progress of production, and reviews factors affecting schedules. Requires a materials Management diploma or high school diploma with 4–6 years of relevant experience. Familiarity with MRP concepts, SAP or similar planning tools, MS Office, and scheduling practices is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, coordinate, and monitor products and materials through the complete production schedule.
• Create, release, and manage Planned Orders and Production Orders in SAP and Excel.
• Analyze material demand in SAP to ensure supply attainment and avoid production disruptions.
• Dispatch Production Orders from Order Pool and perform level loading.
• Coordinate with Manufacturing Supervisors, Procurement Specialists, QC, and other teams to meet production schedules.
• Identify bottlenecks, compare planned vs. actual performance, and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain finished goods and WIP inventory at established goal levels.
• Analyze inventory levels and product demand to determine replenishment and safety stock.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures.

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