Materials Planner: Drive On‑Time Materials & Inventory Excellence

O'Neal Manufacturing Services; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

O'Neal Manufacturing Services in Indianapolis is seeking a Materials Planner to ensure timely availability of materials for production and customer orders. You will coordinate with Supply Chain, Purchasing, Operations, and Suppliers to forecast demand and plan replenishments.

This role emphasizes strong analytical skills, proficiency in Excel, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accurate ERP/MRP data.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of experience in supply chain, inventory management, planning, logistics, purchasing, or manufacturing operations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor inventory levels and material availability to support production schedules and customer demand.
• Create and maintain material plans based on sales forecasts, inventory targets, and production requirements.
• Review and analyze inventory reports, identifying potential shortages or excess inventory.
• Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of raw materials, packaging, outside processes and finished goods.
• Generate and manage purchase requisitions and collaborate with Purchasing on order execution.
• Track open purchase orders and expedite deliveries when necessary.
• Maintain accurate planning data within ERP/MRP systems.
• Collaborate with Production, Operations, and Supply Chain teams to align material availability with business needs.
• Analyze demand trends and recommend inventory adjustments.
• Support cycle counts, inventory audits, and reconciliation activities.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements that increase efficiency and reduce costs.
• Continually evaluate the performance of the supply base regarding cost, quality and service.
• Prepare reports and communicate material status, risks, and supply issues to stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Excel

Organizational skills

Communication

Multi-tasking

Job description

O'Neal Manufacturing Services in Indianapolis is seeking a Materials Planner to ensure timely availability of materials for production and customer orders. You will coordinate with Supply Chain, Purchasing, Operations, and Suppliers to forecast demand and plan replenishments.

This role emphasizes strong analytical skills, proficiency in Excel, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accurate ERP/MRP data.