Material Coordinator

VIVA USA Inc; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

VIVA USA Inc. in Davenport, IA is seeking a materials planner within Operations, Logistics, and Supply Management.

The role ensures material availability to support production schedules and customer requirements, overseeing material flow and coordinating inventory activities. The ideal candidate will work extensively with SAP and MRP systems to schedule and control inventory, collaborate across departments, and drive continuous improvement in supply chain processes.

Qualifications

• Understanding of supply chain, logistics, and inventory management principles.
• Knowledge of material flow within a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to interpret data, identify risks, and proactively resolve material shortages.
• Experience working across multiple departments to support operational goals.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure material availability to support production schedules and customer requirements.
• Schedule, coordinate, and control inventory in SAP and MRP to support day-to-day logistics.
• Deliver direct materials to the appropriate work centers on time.
• Balance customer service, inventory accuracy, and operational efficiency while driving process improvements.

Skills

Supply chain knowledge

Material flow expertise

Data interpretation

Cross-functional collaboration

Prioritization and organization

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain or related field

Tools

SAP

MRP systems

ERP systems

Excel

Logistics tracking systems

Job description

Position Overview

The selected candidate will work within Operations, Logistics, and Supply Management as a key functional team member and service provider. This role is responsible for ensuring material availability to support production schedules and customer requirements. The candidate will oversee production material flow, coordinate inventory activities, monitor material availability, and ensure direct materials are scheduled and delivered to the appropriate work centers on time. Responsibilities include working extensively within SAP and MRP systems to schedule, coordinate, and control inventory while supporting day-to-day logistics operations. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of supply chain processes, logistics flow, inventory management, and manufacturing operations. Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to balance customer service, material availability, inventory accuracy, and operational efficiency while driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Qualifications

• Understanding of supply chain, logistics, and inventory management principles.
• Knowledge of material flow within a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to interpret data, identify risks, and proactively resolve material shortages.
• Experience working across multiple departments to support operational goals.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in logistics, supply chain, warehousing, transportation, inventory management, material flow, or manufacturing operations.
• Experience coordinating material movement, inventory replenishment, and production support activities.
• Previous or current military experience preferred.
• Experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing or distribution environment is a plus.

Software & Computer Skills

• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint).
• SAP, MRP, ERP, or equivalent inventory planning systems preferred.
• Experience utilizing inventory management and logistics tracking systems is a plus.

Soft Skills

• Confident communicator who is not afraid to respectfully engage with team members and leadership.
• Ambitious, motivated, and driven to achieve results.
• Strong customer service mindset with internal and external stakeholders.
• Positive, can-do attitude with a willingness to learn.
• Ability to analyze data and identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Self-starter who can work independently while contributing to a team environment.

Notes

Work Schedule

• 1st Shift 6 - 3:30 PM OT to be expected
• Expected work week will often be 50+ hours.
• Typical daily schedule is 8-10 hours, with additional hours as business needs require.
• Metatarsal safety footwear is required.

VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status