Materials Planner: Forecast & Expedite Materials

Sechan Electronics, Inc.; Lititz (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Sechan Electronics, Inc. is seeking a Materials Planner to support Senior Demand Planners with projects ensuring material availability for timely delivery. Responsibilities include analyzing project data, maintaining shortage lists, and communicating with suppliers.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related fields and at least 3 years of experience in planning. Strong analytical skills and proficiency with ERP systems are necessary for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in planning or manufacturing environment.
• Experience coordinating schedules between departments to expedite urgent customer needs.

Responsibilities

• Analyze MRP data to generate purchase requisitions using ERP software.
• Develop and maintain a list of urgently needed purchase part shortages.
• Coordinate planning actions for engineering changes including purchase orders.
• Forecast material shortages based on dynamic build schedules.
• Track and communicate the production and movement of critical assembly shortages.

Skills

Strong problem solving skills

Analytic reasoning capability

Written and oral communications skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business or related fields

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Sechan Electronics, Inc. is seeking a Materials Planner to support Senior Demand Planners with projects ensuring material availability for timely delivery. Responsibilities include analyzing project data, maintaining shortage lists, and communicating with suppliers.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related fields and at least 3 years of experience in planning. Strong analytical skills and proficiency with ERP systems are necessary for success in this role.