Global Material Planner: Optimize Inventory & Supply Flow

ContiTech; Halstead (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate Benefits

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Employee Discounts

Competitive Bonus Programs

Employees 401k Match

Employee Assistance Program

Future Growth Opportunities (personal)

Job summary

ContiTech is seeking a detail‑oriented Material Planner to join the Halstead operations team. You will manage material flow, coordinate with production schedulers, and optimize inventory levels to ensure seamless manufacturing operations.

You will forecast demand, plan material requirements, and maintain efficient production workflows. You will collaborate with Production, Purchasing, and Warehouse teams, use ERP/MRP systems, and support cycle counts and inventory accuracy initiatives to prevent

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in material planning, production planning, inventory management, procurement, or supply chain operations preferred.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP/Oracle) and MRP software.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Experience with demand forecasting and inventory optimization techniques.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States is required.

Responsibilities

• Review raw material requirements daily through the MRP system and identify upcoming material needs.
• Develop and maintain accurate material plans based on demand, inventory levels, lead times, and production requirements.
• Support material forecasting and budget preparation by analyzing historical usage, current demand, inventory requirements, and anticipated material needs.
• Monitor material availability and proactively identify potential shortages, delays, or supply constraints.
• Communicate with vendors and internal teams to confirm material availability and delivery dates.
• Coordinate with Production Scheduling to ensure material requirements are understood and changes in demand or supply are communicated.
• Analyze inventory levels, historical usage, and demand trends to support appropriate material requirements and minimize excess inventory.
• Utilize ERP/MRP systems to monitor material requirements, track inventory, maintain accurate records, and generate planning reports.
• Prepare and maintain reports related to inventory levels, material requirements, supplier performance, and planning accuracy.
• Identify opportunities to improve material planning processes, inventory management, and overall supply chain efficiency.

Skills

ERP systems

Excel

Data analysis

Forecasting

Supply chain

Communication

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

SAP

Oracle

MRP software

Job description

ContiTech is seeking a detail‑oriented Material Planner to join the Halstead operations team. You will manage material flow, coordinate with production schedulers, and optimize inventory levels to ensure seamless manufacturing operations.

You will forecast demand, plan material requirements, and maintain efficient production workflows. You will collaborate with Production, Purchasing, and Warehouse teams, use ERP/MRP systems, and support cycle counts and inventory accuracy initiatives to prevent