Materials Planner

Colonial Group; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Voltava is seeking a Materials Planner to manage planning and inventory to ensure materials are available for production, launches, and changes. You will monitor supplier commitments, address shortages, and work with cross-functional teams to maintain material flow. Proficiency with ERP, Kanban, and Excel is expected.

You will also analyze BOMs, support launches, and contribute to continuous improvement for reduced costs and stronger supply chain performance.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in materials, follow up, analysis or compliance.
• Strong understanding of materials planning, inventory control, production scheduling, and supply chain processes.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, including QAD or similar.
• Experience with Kanban and lean material replenishment.
• Advanced Excel skills and MS Office proficiency.
• Ability to analyze production requirements and implement material planning strategies.
• Knowledge of manufacturing material flows, layouts, and warehouse operations.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication across all levels.

Responsibilities

• Manage material planning and inventory to support production and launches.
• Monitor inventory and supplier commitments; address shortages and risks.
• Collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional teams for efficient material flow.
• Support launch and production planning; analyze BOMs and changes.
• Maintain accurate planning data in ERP systems (QAD).
• Use reporting and data analysis to drive informed decisions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement to reduce costs and improve efficiency.

Skills

Materials planning

Inventory control

Production scheduling

ERP systems

Kanban

Lean replenishment

Excel

Data analysis

Communication

Prioritization

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

QAD ERP

Job description

MATERIALS PLANNER

About Voltava:

At Voltava, people power everything we do. We are a premier global manufacturing and assembly partner formed through the combination of Detroit Manufacturing Systems, Android Industries, and Avancez with approximately 5,400 Team Members across 21 facilities worldwide. Our vibrant, collaborative, and people-focused culture is the foundation for everything we deliver, from complex module assembly and sequencing to contract manufacturing, supply chain, automation, and tooling and equipment design for OEM customers across the automotive, industrial, e-mobility, heavy truck, defense, and technology sectors. Kinetyc, our scalable contract manufacturing arm based in Wixom, Michigan, expands our capabilities and capacity to support customers across a range of industries. Together, we are Building A Better Everything.

About the Role:

As the Materials Planner, you will manage material planning and inventory activities to ensure materials are available to support production, new product launches, engineering changes, and special projects. You will monitor inventory and supplier commitments, identify and proactively address shortages and supply risks, and work closely with suppliers and cross-functional teams to maintain an efficient flow of materials. You will support launch and production planning, analyze BOMs and engineering changes, maintain accurate planning data in ERP systems such as QAD, and use reporting and data analysis to drive informed decisions. You will also contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that reduce costs, improve efficiency, strengthen supply chain performance, and enhance material planning processes.

What You Need To Be Successful:

• Experience: 3+ years of experience in materials, material follow up, analysis, and/or compliance
• Strong understanding of materials planning, inventory control, production scheduling, and supply chain processes.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, including QAD or similar manufacturing systems.
• Experience working with Kanban and lean material replenishment systems.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to analyze production requirements and implement effective material planning strategies.
• Knowledge of manufacturing material flows, layouts, and warehouse operations.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across all organizational levels.
• Ability to identify risks, develop solutions, and drive issue resolution.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Customer-focused mindset with a strong sense of urgency and accountability.
• Ability to reconcile inventory and material-related accounts.

Bonus Points If You Have:

• APICS Certification (CPIM, CSCP, or equivalent).
• Experience in automotive or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with customer-specific requirements and IATF 16949 standards.

Education:

• High School Diploma

Travel:

• Travel may be required minimally based on business needs

What We Offer:

We believe our team members are our greatest investment, which is why we offer a competitive total rewards package designed to support you at every stage of your career and life. Our benefits may include comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, retirement savings programs with employer contributions, tuition reimbursement, paid time off and holidays, employee assistance resources, and additional wellness programs and benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, professional growth, and overall quality of life.

Our Core Values:

Voltava is committed to creating an environment where every Team Member feels welcomed, respected, valued, and empowered to make an impact.

• Respect:We create belonging by bringing out the best in each other.
• Integrity:We earn trust through every interaction.
• Courage: We show up fully even when it would be easier not to.
• Impact: We strengthen the people and places around us.

Together, we are Building A Better Everything.

Voltava is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining talented individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

At Voltava, employment decisions are based on qualifications, skills, experience, and business needs. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce strengthens our ability to innovate, serve our customers, and achieve our goals.

Accessibility and Accommodations

Voltava is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process and during employment. If you require assistance or an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact [e-mail]. Requests for accommodation will be reviewed and considered in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.