Material Planner

Dsv Air & Sea SAU; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

DSV is seeking a Material Planner at our USA location in Bridgeport. The role coordinates between demand planning, fulfillment, and supplier teams to ensure on-time material availability, manage PO lead times, and expedite where necessary.

Responsibilities include monitoring lead times, addressing delays, and ensuring the recommit process is followed. A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent plus 2–4 years of related experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Exceptional interpersonal and analytical skills required.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred; high school diploma required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that all commitments from demand planning groups meet the agreed lead times.
• Resolve delays in providing the needed material within the agreed timeline.
• Manage lead times of all POs placed for the customer and report on lead times.
• Expedite POs as needed.
• Ensure the recommit process is followed as needed.
• Review the backlog and coordinate with the supplier, review recommits and any rejected expedited requests.
• Review supplier build/ship plans to ensure commitments meet PO dates.
• Identify and report potential on-time shipment issues (OTS).
• Manually schedule orders outside lead time and identify root causes.
• Monitor PO lead times and report attainment, addressing issues to prevent delays.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

At DSV, our purpose is to keep customers’ supply chains flowing and enable the business of our customers by ensuring reliable and efficient transport and logistics services through storage and transport of goods by air, sea and road. Our vision is to create long‑term, sustainable growth and value for our customers, employees, shareholders and society.

Close to 150,000 employees in over 90 countries work diligently to deliver great customer experiences and high‑quality services.

As a global leader, our commitment to sustainable business practices is a central element of our overall business strategy.

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Location: USA - Bridgeport, 48809 Al-227

Division:Solutions
Job Posting Title: Material Planner
Time Type: Full Time

Position Description Summary

Responsible for being a liason between the direct fullfilment program manager, demand planners and the DB Schenker BTS fullfilment site.

Principal Accountabilities

• Ensure that all commitments from the various demand planning groups are within the agreed upon product lead times
• Resolve delays in providing the needed material within the agreed upon timeline
• Manage the lead times of all POs placed on behalf of the customer and report on agreed upon lead times
• Expedite PO’s as needed
• Ensure the recommit process is followed as needed
• Review the back log report and coordinate any exculations with the supplier and review these recommits and any rejected expedited requests
• Review the suppliers build/ship plans ensuring the plan will meet the commitments based on the PO commit dates.
• Review potential on time shipment, OTS, issues to eliminate any orders shipping after the scheduled date or OTS, and document the issues and report on these issues weekly.
• Manually scheduling of orders falling outside of the product's scheduled lead time with the supplier and identify reasons why product is not schedule within lead time
• Monitor lead time of all POs ensuring the POs are shipped within lead time and reporting on the lead time commitment obtainment and manage the process why the lead time was not obtained to correct any issues.

The individual in this position must be capable of performing all of the essential functions with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Assignment Complexity - Work on complex problems where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of various factors. Exercise judgment within broadly defined practices and policies in selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.

Accountability – Use professional concepts in accordance with company objectives to solve complex problems in creative and effective ways.

Impact of Decisions – Notable impact on corporate operations and fiscal health.

Working Relationships – Regularly interact with peers, management, and senior management concerning matters of complex scope and discretion.

Scope – Work on problems complex in scope. May determine methods and procedures on new assignments and may provide guidance to other lower level personnel.

Essential Functions

Must be able to pass any federal/state/local government, airport, or company-required background checks, clearances, and/or drug and alcohol tests.

Knowledge and Skills

This is an intermediate level position. Exceptional interpersonal and analytical skills required. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred, high school diploma program or equivalent required. Generally prefer 2-4 years of related experience.

Base Pay Range

For this position, the expected base pay range is $65,000.00 – $75,000.00 Annual. Actual compensation will be determined based on job‑related factors such as relevant experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location, in accordance with applicable laws and company policy.

Benefits

Information regarding DSV’s benefits offerings, including eligibility, coverage options, and plan details, is available through theDSV Benefits Showcase. Benefits, programs, and eligibility may vary by location and division in accordance with applicable state and local laws.

Equal Employment Opportunity

DSV is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you require special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment with DSV, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] . If you are interested in learning the status of your application, please note you will be contacted directly by the appropriate human resources contact person if you are selected for further consideration. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.

DSV – Global transport and logistics

Working at DSV means playing in a different league.

As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let’s grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements.

With close to 150,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you.

At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don’t just work – we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world‑class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward‑thinking company – this is the place to be.

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