Material Planner - Industrial Solutions

BorgWarner; Hendersonville (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Onsite health clinic

Tuition reimbursement

401k with match

Holidays and vacation Day 1

Incentive program

Job summary

BorgWarner is building a brand-new state-of-the-art facility in Hendersonville, NC to produce power systems for data centers. The Material Planner will coordinate with production planning and customer service to optimize inventory and releases, develop the supply plan, and reduce stockouts and excess inventory.

You will support the production schedule based on forecasted demand and raw material needs. We seek candidates with an Associate degree or equivalent, manufacturing experience, and

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent work experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Familiar with planning and scheduling concepts and procedures.
• Proficiency in MS Office and ERP/MRP systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain long-term supply schedule aligned with forecasted demand.
• Resolve material shortages and schedule interruptions.
• Request recovery plans with suppliers and track progress.
• Use root cause analysis to improve on-time deliveries.
• Advise on proper shipping methods to meet deadlines.
• Utilize SAP to manage supplier schedules and monitor deliveries.
• Collaborate with purchasing, supplier quality, and production scheduling.
• Track raw material inventory and optimize material usage.
• Create reports to monitor supply base health and KPIs.
• Adhere to health, safety and environmental policies.

Skills

Planning & scheduling

MS Office

SAP experience

MRP/ERP systems

Manufacturing experience

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Job description

Position Material Planner (Industrial Solutions)

Location Hendersonville, NC

About Us

BorgWarner has nearly a 100-year legacy of innovation, delivering advanced mobility solutions worldwide. We’re now expanding into the high-growth data center market, providing advanced power generation systems for AI-driven data centers and microgrid applications. This growth builds our expertise in turbocharging, thermal management, power electronics, and advanced controls – reflecting our commitment to development, sustainability, and real-world impact. We are a company of innovators and independent thinkers that bring together talented employees, meaningful work, and amazing technology in a unique environment. At BorgWarner we constantly work towards our vision of a clean and energy‑efficient world.

Our Culture

We believe the health and safety of our employees are a top priority. We care about our local communities and the global environment. BorgWarner promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive environment, honors integrity, strives for excellence, commits to responsibility for our communities and the environment, and builds on the power of collaboration.

Career Opportunities

We manage talent as seriously as we manage our businesses and encourage you to learn about our proud history, strong culture, technologies, and future vision. We offer a strong local presence and interesting global opportunities. Start your future with BorgWarner now! For a listing of openings in the Hendersonville area please visit: BorgWarner Openings

Pay & Benefits

All positions start at an above market pay rate for that position.

• Day 1 Medical Coverage with potential of no monthly premium
• Onsite Health Clinic for employees and dependents (age 14 and over) with potential of no cost
• Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement Program after 18 months
• Retirement Savings Plan (401k) with a matching program
• Company paid holidays and vacation starting Day 1
• Competitive annual incentive program tied to business results

To learn more about BorgWarner's Industrial Solutions business, please visit: BorgWarner Industrial Solutions.

Job Purpose

We’re building a brand-new state‑of‑the‑art facility dedicated to creating power generation systems for data centers and microgrid applications. This new hub will be at the heart of BorgWarner’s latest growth initiative, bringing together engineering, innovation, and technology in one dynamic space. Be part of a team that’s shaping the future of sustainable power and driving breakthrough solutions from day one. In the Material Planner role, you will coordinate with our production planning and customer service teams to optimize inventory and support plant operations. You will develop and execute our supply plan and releases, determining priorities and implementing strategies to reduce out-of-stock and excess stock issues. You will also help support our production schedule, taking into consideration the forecasted demand for finished items and our raw material needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a long-term supply schedule/plan, taking into consideration the needs forecasted by our production planning team
• Resolve material shortages, backlogs, and other potential schedule interruptions
• Request recovery plan if suppliers fall behind schedule and meet with suppliers to ensure plan is successfully implemented
• Use root cause analysis methods to help develop and implement workable solutions to support on time deliveries to support production requirements
• Advise suppliers of proper shipping methods to meet delivery deadlines
• Utilize SAP tools to execute supplier schedules and monitor delivery for 100% on‑time delivery
• Daily interaction and communication with other functional areas purchasing supplier quality, production scheduling, and customer service
• Track inventory of raw materials and optimize materials to avoid excess inventory levels
• Create and develop reports to analyze the health of supply base and develop strategies to continuously improve KPI’s
• Understand and adhere to current health, safety, and environmental policies
• Communicate and enforce safe work procedures

What We’re Looking For

• This position requires an Associate's degree or equivalent work experience
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Must be familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures regarding planning and scheduling
• A certain degree of creativity, experience and judgment is required to plan and accomplish goals
• Ability to perform a variety of complex tasks simultaneously
• Must have working knowledge and MS Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, Power Point)
• Must have working knowledge of MR/ERP systems and planning tools
• Possess ability to communicate verbally and maintain concise and accurate written documentation
• Effective listening skills are required
• Must be able to follow instructions, safety rules and regulations
• SAP experience strongly preferred

We Believe Inclusion: Respecting individuals Integrity: Honoring truth Excellence: Focusing on results Responsibility: Our commitment Collaboration: Building trust Safety

Safety

This position will adhere to the BorgWarner Environmental Health and Safety Program by following all safety rules, procedures, practices, training, and safe use of equipment; this includes use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required. This individual will work in a way that stresses the importance of preventing injury, accidents, or illnesses to themselves or co-workers by correcting or reporting unsafe situations, incidents, or occurrences to their Team Lead immediately.

Equal Employment Opportunity

BorgWarner is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Salary Range: $70,400 - $96,800

We are a company of innovators and independent thinkers that brings together talented employees, meaningful work and amazing technology in a unique environment. At BorgWarner we constantly work towards our vision of a clean and energy‑efficient world. Our Culture BorgWarner promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive environment, honors integrity, strives for excellence, commits to responsibility for our communities and the environment, and builds on the power of collaboration. We believe the health and safety of our employees are a top priority. Career Opportunities We manage talent as seriously as we manage our businesses and encourage you to learn about our proud history, strong culture, technologies, and vision for the future. We offer positions locally and globally with over 90 locations in 19 countries. If this position energizes you and you feel you can help us achieve our mission and vision, you are invited to submit an application for consideration. You may see the list of requirements and feel you do not meet all of them. However, remember that BorgWarner thinks differently. If your qualifications align with the majority of those outlined in this job description, we encourage you and share your experience and skills with us.