Material Planner

Pro Staff; Cockeysville (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Pro Staff is seeking a detail-oriented supply chain professional in Maryland to develop material plans and coordinate material call-offs from approved suppliers using SAP MRP. You’ll support production and inventory goals while maintaining data accuracy and timely communication.

Key duties include monitoring material availability, managing a portfolio of SKUs, coordinating inbound material flow, and supporting supplier performance improvements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or in progress.
• 2+ years of experience in operations, logistics, manufacturing support, or related field.
• At least 1 year in supply chain, materials, or inventory management.
• Experience with MRP and related planning systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop material plans and coordinate material call-offs from approved suppliers and internal facilities using SAP MRP to support production requirements.
• Monitor material availability and proactively identify shortages or non-conformance affecting production schedules.
• Manage inventory for an assigned SKU portfolio balancing service, targets, and cost.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive corrective actions for delivery, quality, and fulfillment issues.
• Coordinate returns of non-conforming materials and maintain documentation.
• Resolve discrepancies between ordered and delivered quantities and values with Accounts Payable.
• Maintain records for efficient import of raw materials.
• Support business reviews, project teams, and cross-functional supply chain initiatives.
• Monitor slow-moving/obsolete inventory and develop corrective actions to minimize write-offs.
• Manage plant receiving schedule and coordinate inbound material flow.
• Utilize E2Open to support supplier collaboration and supply management.
• Audit/maintain MRP master data and planning parameters to optimize lead times and service.
• Follow health and safety policies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Enrollment in a college-level Business or related degree program

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field preferred

Tools

SAP MRP

Microsoft Access

E2Open

MRP systems

Job description

Join a well-established global leader that is known as a trusted brand in providing innovative products to consumers and food manufacturers around the world. In this role, you’ll play an important role in ensuring materials are available when needed to support production, customer service, and inventory goals.

What You’ll Do

• Develop material plans and coordinate material call-offs from approved suppliers and internal facilities using SAP MRP to support production requirements.
• Monitor material availability and proactively identify potential shortages or non-conformance that could impact production schedules.
• Manage inventory for an assigned SKU portfolio while balancing customer service, inventory targets, and cost constraints.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive corrective actions related to delivery, quality, and fulfillment issues.
• Coordinate returns of non-conforming materials and maintain appropriate documentation.
• Resolve discrepancies between ordered and delivered quantities and values while coordinating payment approvals with Accounts Payable.
• Maintain documentation and records required for the efficient import of raw materials.
• Support business reviews, project teams, and cross-functional supply chain initiatives.
• Monitor slow-moving and obsolete inventory (SLOB) and develop corrective actions to minimize potential write-offs.
• Manage the plant receiving schedule and coordinate inbound material flow.
• Utilize E2Open to support supplier collaboration and supply management activities.
• Audit and maintain MRP master data and planning parameters to optimize lead times, inventory levels, and service.
• Follow all applicable health and safety policies and procedures.

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent; enrollment in a college-level Business or related degree program preferred
• 2+ years of experience in operations, logistics, manufacturing support, or a related field
• At least 1 year of experience in supply chain, materials, or inventory management
• Experience with Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and related planning systems
• SAP and Microsoft Access experience is a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred