Materials and Manufacturing Planning Analyst

Vertiv; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv in Lincoln, Nebraska is seeking a Materials Analyst to manage materials planning and inventory control, ensuring materials are available to meet production needs. The role emphasizes data-driven decisions and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate brings 3+ years in materials planning or supply chain, proficiency with ERP systems and advanced Excel, and a Bachelor’s degree in business or related field. No sponsorships; US work authorization required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in materials planning, inventory management, or supply chain management.
• Experience with ERP systems and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production schedules and material requirements.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to resolve supply chain issues.
• Manage inventory levels to minimize excess while ensuring availability.
• Collaborate with suppliers to manage material orders, delivery schedules, and quality requirements.
• Monitor production schedules and adjust material orders to ensure on-time delivery.
• Develop and maintain KPIs to evaluate materials planning processes.
• Identify and implement process improvements to reduce costs.
• Develop relationships with suppliers to meet quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
• Analyze data to identify trends and inform inventory and planning decisions.

Skills

Materials planning

Inventory management

Analytical skills

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or supply chain

Tools

ERP software suites

Job description

Job Description

Vertiv Corporation in Lincoln, Nebraska is seeking a Materials Analyst. This role is responsible for managing the materials planning and inventory control processes of a company, ensuring the availability of the right materials at the right time to meet production needs. This role requires an individual with strong analytical skills, the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. The Materials Analyst must be able to identify and resolve potential issues and communicate effectively with stakeholders to ensure business objectives are met.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production schedules and material requirements to ensure timely and accurate delivery of materials
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve potential supply chain issues
• Manage inventory levels to ensure optimal levels are maintained while minimizing excess inventory
• Collaborate with suppliers to manage material orders, delivery schedules, and quality requirements
• Monitor production schedules and adjust material orders to ensure on-time delivery and minimize production disruptions
• Develop and maintain key performance metrics to evaluate and improve materials planning processes
• Continuously identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce costs
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure quality, delivery, and cost objectives are met
• Analyze data to identify trends and patterns that can inform inventory and materials planning decisions

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, or related field

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in materials planning, inventory management, or supply chain management
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify potential issues and develop solutions
• Experience with ERP systems and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

About Us

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv's Core Principles & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

OUR CORE PRINCIPLES

Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• High-Performance Culture
• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• Innovation
• Financial Strength

VERTIV BEHAVIORS

• Own it
• Act with urgency
• Foster a customer-first mindset
• Think big and execute
• Lead by example
• Drive continuous improvement
• Learn and seek out development
• Promote transparent & open communication

About Vertiv

Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers' vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today’s data centers, communication networks, and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to [e-mail]