Materials Planner

Talentify; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

International Motors’ Huntsville Powertrain Plant is seeking a Materials Planner to help keep our production moving by anticipating material needs, preventing shortages, and ensuring components arrive when needed.

You will work with suppliers and cross‑functional teams including production, quality, engineering, procurement, and logistics to optimize flow and maintain optimal inventory levels across the supply chain.

Qualifications

• Requires hands-on knowledge of MRP and ERP systems within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience interpreting production demand signals and translating them into material needs.
• Strong analytical ability to optimize inventory levels and prevent shortages.

Responsibilities

• Build strong, proactive relationships with suppliers to ensure part availability.
• Own all MRP parameters for assigned part numbers, ensuring accuracy and optimal stock.
• Interpret and act on production demand signals across the manufacturing process.
• Coordinate engineering change timing for current‑production products to minimize disruption.
• Collaborate daily with Purchasing, Production, Supply Chain, and Engineering to keep materials flowing.

Skills

MRP knowledge

ERP systems

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Proactive inventory management

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Excel

MRP software

ERP software

Job description

Position Overview

International Motors' Huntsville Powertrain Plant is the crown jewel of our manufacturing network—building our industry‑leading S13 engine and T14 transmission with world‑class precision and performance.

We are seeking a Materials Planner to join this high‑performing team and play a critical role in keeping our production operations running smoothly and efficiently.

As a key member of our materials management organization, you’ll be at the center of our supply chain—anticipating material needs, preventing shortages, optimizing flow, and ensuring every component arrives exactly when it’s needed to support production. You’ll analyze exception reports, engage directly with suppliers, and collaborate closely with cross‑functional partners including production, quality, engineering, procurement, logistics, and our customer response center.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment where problem‑solving, clear communication, and proactive inventory management make a real impact every day. As a Materials Planner, you will monitor and schedule material movement throughout the entire supply chain and production cycle, ensuring the right parts are in the right place at the right time to support our world‑class powertrain manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

• Build strong, proactive relationships with suppliers to ensure consistent part availability and uninterrupted production support.
• Own all Material Requirements Planning (MRP) parameters for your assigned part numbers, ensuring accuracy, stability, and optimal inventory levels.
• Interpret and act on production demand signals, understanding how schedules translate into material needs across the manufacturing process.
• Coordinate engineering change timing for current-production products, ensuring smooth transitions and minimal disruption to the production line.
• Collaborate daily with Purchasing, Production, Supply Chain, and Engineering to resolve issues, support build plans, and keep materials flowing efficiently.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree

OR

• At least 2 years of manufacturing or supply chain/logistics experience

Additional Requirements

• Qualified candidates, excluding current employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. We do not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status)

Desired Skills

• Working knowledge of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, with the ability to interpret data and make proactive decisions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the Microsoft Office suite, including the ability to analyze data, create reports, and manage planning tools effectively.
• A sense of urgency, with the ability to respond quickly, prioritize effectively, and keep production moving without interruptions.
• Excellent communication skills, enabling clear, confident interaction with suppliers, cross‑functional teams, and plant operations.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, track details, and stay ahead of changing production needs.
• Able to anticipate issues before they arise and identify solutions early.
• Proactive mindset, consistently taking initiative to resolve problems, improve processes, and ensure material readiness.

Benefits and Compensation

This position offers competitive market‑based compensation, along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee wellbeing. You can learn more about the benefits offered for this position by visiting https://careers.international.com/#benefits. The expected salary offered for this position will fall within the stated range, with the final offer based on the candidates' applicable skills, knowledge, and experience.

Company Overview

About TRATON

With its brands Scania, MAN, International, and Volkswagen Truck & Bus, TRATON SE is the parent and holding company of the TRATON GROUP and one of the world’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. The Group’s product portfolio comprises trucks, buses, and light‑duty commercial vehicles. “Transforming Transportation Together. For a sustainable world.”: this intention underlines the Company’s ambition to have a lasting and sustainable impact on the commercial vehicle business and on the Group’s commercial growth.

About International

From a one‑man company built on the world‑changing invention of the McCormick reaper in 1831, to the 15,000‑person‑strong company we are today, few companies can lay claim to a history like International. Based in Lisle, Illinois, International Motors, LLC* creates solutions that deliver greater uptime and productivity to our customers throughout the full operation of our commercial vehicles. We build International® trucks and engines and IC Bus® school and commercial buses that are as tough and as smart as the people who drive them. We also develop Fleetrite® aftermarket parts. In everything we do, our vision is to accelerate the impact of sustainable mobility to create the cleaner, safer world we all deserve. As of 2021, we joined Scania, MAN and Volkswagen Truck & Bus in TRATON GROUP, a global champion of the truck and transport services industry. To learn more, visit International.com.

*International Motors, LLC is d/b/a International Motors USA in Illinois, Missouri, New Jersey, Ohio, Texas, and Utah.

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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• Bachelor’s degree

OR

• At least 2 years of manufacturing or supply chain/logistics experience
• Build strong, proactive relationships with suppliers to ensure consistent part availability and uninterrupted production support.
• Own all Material Requirements Planning (MRP) parameters for your assigned part numbers, ensuring accuracy, stability, and optimal inventory levels.
• Interpret and act on production demand signals, understanding how schedules translate into material needs across the manufacturing process.
• Coordinate engineering change timing for current-production products, ensuring smooth transitions and minimal disruption to the production line.
• Collaborate daily with Purchasing, Production, Supply Chain, and Engineering to resolve issues, support build plans, and keep materials flowing efficiently.