Materials Planner: Inventory Optimization & Supplier Coordination

Thyssenkrupp; Hamilton (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision Coverage

401K matching

Paid time off + holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Gym reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discounted BILSTEIN products

Job summary

thyssenkrupp Bilstein of America, Inc. in Hamilton, OH is seeking a Material Planner I to manage procurement and inventory for production, coordinate with suppliers, and optimize inventory practices. The role emphasizes strong supplier relationships and quality assurance.

The ideal candidate will handle ERP/SAP-based planning, maintain safe processes, and collaborate across Procurement, Scheduling, and Quality teams to ensure on-time deliveries and efficient operations.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of inventory control, ERP systems, and distribution operations.
• Experience with SAP/MRP and supplier coordination.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a safe working environment and adheres to PPE policies.
• Orders raw materials, packaging materials, and supplies as needed.
• Maintains inventories and uses lead times to meet production needs.
• Creates P.O.s, schedules, and balances inventories using SAP.
• Investigates discrepancies with suppliers to prevent recurrence.
• Monitors on-time delivery and expedites when needed; works with Scheduling.

Skills

Inventory control

ERP (SAP)

MRP

Analytical skills

Time management

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

thyssenkrupp Bilstein of America, Inc. in Hamilton, OH is seeking a Material Planner I to manage procurement and inventory for production, coordinate with suppliers, and optimize inventory practices. The role emphasizes strong supplier relationships and quality assurance.

The ideal candidate will handle ERP/SAP-based planning, maintain safe processes, and collaborate across Procurement, Scheduling, and Quality teams to ensure on-time deliveries and efficient operations.