Material Planner: Optimize Inventory & Purchasing

Bonnie Plants, LLC; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading plant supply company in Auburn, AL is seeking a Material Planner to support production schedules and manage material inventories. You will analyze forecasts, determine requirements, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of materials. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in supply chain management and at least 3 years of relevant experience. This is a full-time position offering a chance to contribute to the company's supply chain effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Procurement, Sourcing, Supply Chain, Logistics or Operations related role.

Responsibilities

• Analyze forecast, actual demand, schedules and inventory to influence growing and buying decisions.
• Determine material requirements from the growing production schedules.
• Review and analyze weekly raw material and components requirements.
• Schedule, prioritize, and expedite material components delivery.
• Generate purchase requisitions for procurement.
• Provide management control information by analyzing data.

Skills

Multi-project management

Strong communication skills

Collaboration

Enterprise thinking

Judgment and discretion

ERP systems knowledge

Problem-solving

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in supply chain management, logistics, business management, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft NAV

Job description

A leading plant supply company in Auburn, AL is seeking a Material Planner to support production schedules and manage material inventories. You will analyze forecasts, determine requirements, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of materials. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in supply chain management and at least 3 years of relevant experience. This is a full-time position offering a chance to contribute to the company's supply chain effectiveness.