Materials Planner: Inventory, Purchasing & Lean Ops

Stanley Black & Decker; Hopkinsville (KY); On-site; USD 46,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Tool discounts

Job summary

Stanley Black & Decker in Hopkinsville, KY is seeking a Materials Planner to manage production materials, optimize inventory, and coordinate cross-functional supply chain activities. The role focuses on purchasing, scheduling, and maintaining inventory integrity to ensure 100% service levels.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 3–5 years’ experience in material planning, with ERP/JDE proficiency and strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in material planning, inventory management, purchasing, or a related position.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and material management software, JDE a plus.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, collaboration and time management abilities.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, supply chain management, and work order planning.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping and inventory management.
• Deep understanding of material requirement planning and inventory control.
• Preferred qualifications include APICS CPIM or CSCP certification or equivalent recognized supply chain certification.
• Experience with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with forecasting methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for planning, scheduling, and managing materials for production with focus on purchasing, inventory management, and work order planning.
• Plan, Monitor, and Optimize Material & Inventory Flow
• Coordinate Cross-Functional Supply Chain Activities to meet targets.
• Communicate with outside suppliers on delivery schedules and resolve supply chain issues.
• Maintain inventory integrity and documentation including material demand, supply patterns, and audits.
• Release purchase orders and establish contracts in accordance with corporate policies.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Collaboration

Time management

Forecasting

Lean manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field

APICS CPIM or CSCP certification

Tools

JDE ERP

Job description

Stanley Black & Decker in Hopkinsville, KY is seeking a Materials Planner to manage production materials, optimize inventory, and coordinate cross-functional supply chain activities. The role focuses on purchasing, scheduling, and maintaining inventory integrity to ensure 100% service levels.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 3–5 years’ experience in material planning, with ERP/JDE proficiency and strong analytical skills.