Material Planner

Whirlpool, Inc.; Greenville (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Whirlpool Corporation is seeking a Materials Planner to manage the inventory lifecycle of equipment, parts, and assemblies on the manufacturing floor. You will plan requirements, schedule deliveries, expedite overdue items, and ensure accurate inventory and quality records across purchasing, production, and engineering teams.

The role requires coordination with multiple departments and a hands-on approach on the factory floor, using SAP/MRP and related tools to keep material flow uninterrupted.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• 2-4 years material management experience
• Experience with scheduling tools and ERP systems
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Responsibilities

• Requirements Planning & Scheduling: determine material requirements and set delivery dates based on schedules
• Workflow & Expediting: accelerate material flow and track overdue items to prevent bottlenecks
• Inventory & Quality Control: maintain records and verify material conformance to specs
• Coordination: align with purchasing, production, and engineering on current and future needs

Skills

Inventory management

Scheduling

Expediting

Data entry Excel

ERP experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or related field

Tools

SAP

MRP

EDI

ASN

MPS

WMCS

APS

Excel

Job description

Requisition ID: 73414About Whirlpool CorporationWhirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constantpursuit of improving life at home. As the only major U.S.-based manufacturer of kitchenand laundry appliances, the company is driving meaningful innovation to meet the evolvingneeds of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid,JennAir, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and InSinkErator. In 2025, the company reportedapproximately $16 billion in annual net sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas -41,000 employees, and 35 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additionalinformation about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.This role in summaryPlease submit a resume to be considered for this position.The Materials Planner serves as the strategic 'air traffic controller' for the entire inventory lifecycle of equipment, parts, and assemblies, ensuring seamless material flow to meet production goals. This role is responsible for comprehensive requirements planning, scheduling, expediting overdue materials, maintaining precise inventory and quality control records, and coordinating all material movement across purchasing, production, and engineering teams.Your responsibilities will includeRequirements Planning & Scheduling: Determine material requirements based on engineering and production schedules. Compute the exact amount of material needed for specific jobs and establish sequential delivery dates based on urgency and availability.Workflow & Expediting: Arrange and accelerate the flow of equipment, materials, and assemblies according to priorities. Identify and track overdue materials and arrange for immediate transfer or repair to prevent bottlenecks.Inventory & Quality Control: Maintain precise manual or computerized records, including inventory levels and material locations. Examine incoming materials to verify strict conformance to specifications and purchase orders.Coordination: Confer with department heads and internal teams to determine current and future needs, as well as coordinate the efficient movement of materials with purchasing, production, and engineering.The Materials Planner role operates primarily in a professional office environment but requires regular presence on the manufacturing floor. Standard physical requirements include:Ability to walk and stand for extended periods while monitoring material flow and inventory locations throughout the production facility.Sharp focus required for reading engineering schedules, computer screens, and verifying small part numbers or specifications on labels.Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate computer systems, scan inventory, and occasionally handle small parts or equipment assemblies.Occasional lifting or moving of materials up to 25 pounds when verifying inventory or arranging material flow.Environment: Must be able to work in a manufacturing environment which may include exposure to noise, varying temperatures, and moving mechanical parts, necessitating the use of proper PPE.Minimum requirementsHigh school diploma or GED2-4 years material management experienceWorking knowledge of computer based software and scheduling tools: (SAP, MRP, EDI, ASN, MPS, WMCS, APS, Excel)Preferred skills and experiencesBachelor’s degree in supply chain management or related field is preferredWhy should you apply?Up to 80+ hours of paid trainingUp to 120 hours of paid time off (prorated based on start date)Medical, dental, vision, 401k, paid holidays, and other benefits available immediatelyQuarterly bonus opportunities!Tuition reimbursementApprenticeship Program(s)Career growth opportunities and developmentConnect with us and learn more about Whirlpool CorporationSee what it's like to work at Whirlpool by visiting Whirlpool Careers. Additional information about the company can be found on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.Whirlpool Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.