Strategic Material Planner: MRP & Inventory Optimizer

Centennial Food Corporation; Marilao; On-site; PHP 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Centennial Food Corporation seeks a diligent Material Planner to oversee material requirements, inventory levels, and procurement activities for uninterrupted production. The role emphasizes collaboration with Purchasing, Production, Warehouse, QA, and Logistics to ensure timely availability of materials while maintaining quality and safety standards.

The ideal candidate has a Mechanical Engineering background, strong analytics, and proficiency in Excel and ERP/MRP systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with strong analytical skills.
• Experience or familiarity with inventory management, production planning and forecasting.
• Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, lookups, charts) and data analysis.
• Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and monitor material requirements based on production schedules and forecasts.
• Maintain optimal inventory levels of raw materials, packaging, and production supplies.
• Coordinate with Purchasing for timely procurement of materials.
• Collaborate with Production, Warehouse, QA, and Logistics to ensure smooth material flow.
• Monitor stock levels and identify shortages or excess inventory.
• Analyze consumption trends and recommend improvements.
• Prepare MRPs and inventory reports.
• Ensure accuracy of inventory records with regular reconciliation.
• Monitor supplier delivery performance and address delays.
• Assist in production scheduling to maximize machine utilization.
• Suggest cost-saving initiatives in inventory management.
• Participate in weekly cycle counts and audits.
• Adhere to food safety policies and company standards.

Skills

MRP

Inventory management

Production planning

Demand forecasting

Data analysis

Cost optimization

Supply chain coordination

Problem solving

Time management

Microsoft Excel

ERP/MRP systems

Continuous improvement

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Licensed Mechanical Engineer is an advantage

Tools

ERP/MRP software

Job description

Centennial Food Corporation seeks a diligent Material Planner to oversee material requirements, inventory levels, and procurement activities for uninterrupted production. The role emphasizes collaboration with Purchasing, Production, Warehouse, QA, and Logistics to ensure timely availability of materials while maintaining quality and safety standards.

The ideal candidate has a Mechanical Engineering background, strong analytics, and proficiency in Excel and ERP/MRP systems.