Material Planner & Support

Accelera Staffing; Neenah (WI); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera Staffing seeks a Supply Chain Coordinator to optimize the flow of materials across suppliers, production, and distribution. You will manage inventory levels, deployment orders, and collaborate with customer service and production to resolve constraints.

The role is hybrid in Neenah, WI or fully remote, with a 12-month contract and a typical 7:00 AM–3:30 PM or 8:00 AM–4:30 PM schedule. Compensation ranges from $26 to $28 per hour on a W2 basis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or Logistics preferred; high school with experience considered.
• Proven planning experience with SAP or Kinaxis.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the distribution of materials and finished products across facilities to meet cost and service targets.
• Collaborate with production planning to synchronize inventory with schedules and prevent shortages.
• Execute material requirement plans to ensure supplies and WIP are available for production.
• Maintain master data and planning parameters in ERP systems like SAP or Kinaxis; update as product specs evolve.
• Track stock levels, identify slow-moving products, and manage stranded inventory to reduce obsolescence.
• Facilitate communication between internal departments and vendors regarding supply shifts and timelines.
• Refine deployment strategies with regional sourcing and optimized shipping modes.
• Support product rollovers, new launches, and logistics projects to improve efficiency.

Skills

Materials planning

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or Logistics

Tools

SAP

Kinaxis

Maestro

Microsoft Office

Job description

This role focuses on coordinating the flow of goods and raw materials among external suppliers, internal manufacturing locations, and distribution hubs to guarantee efficient and economical delivery. You will oversee inventory goals and deployment orders, while collaborating with customer service and production teams to resolve supply constraints. Your work will directly support organizational goals by managing material procurement, optimizing supply chain tactics, and spearheading initiatives to enhance service levels and operational efficiency.

This position is available as a hybrid role in Neenah, WI (54956) or as a 100% remote opportunity. The contract duration is 12 months, with a standard Monday through Friday schedule, offering flexibility between 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM or 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Compensation is set between $26 and $28 per hour on a W2 basis.

Core Responsibilities

• Oversee the distribution of materials and finished products across various facilities to help the team achieve its cost and service level targets.
• Collaborate with production planning teams to synchronize inventory movement with schedules and suggest proactive changes to prevent supply shortages.
• Execute comprehensive material requirement plans to guarantee that necessary supplies and work-in-process items are available for production.
• Ensure master data and planning parameters remain accurate within ERP systems like SAP or Kinaxis, updating them as product specifications evolve.
• Track stock levels, identify slow-moving products, and manage stranded inventory to help the company reduce obsolescence and meet established inventory goals.
• Facilitate communication between internal departments and vendors regarding supply shifts and production timelines to support promotional activities and business plans.
• Refine deployment strategies by applying best practices such as regional sourcing and optimizing shipping modes to improve overall supply chain performance.
• Provide support for product rollovers, new launches, and various logistics-related projects to drive long-term supply chain efficiency.

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or Logistics is preferred, though candidates with a high school diploma and significant relevant experience will be considered.
• Proven professional background in materials planning, including hands-on experience with systems like SAP or Kinaxis.

Additional Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to thoroughness and high attention to detail in all tasks.
• Proven ability to organize necessary resources and evaluate various alternatives to reach effective, data-driven decisions.
• Build professional credibility by utilizing strong communication skills to foster trusted relationships and deliver consistent results.
• A proactive mindset that welcomes challenging existing processes and integrating diverse perspectives to develop better solutions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Practical experience utilizing SAP and Maestro (formerly Kinaxis Rapid Response).
• Solid understanding of how various supply chain components interact.
• Proficiency in using standard Microsoft software applications.
• Background in managing client expectations and delivering high-quality service.
• Familiarity with industry best practices for inventory management and cost-reduction efforts.
• Working knowledge of how distribution centers and mill operations function.