Materials Planner: Inventory, Sourcing & Scheduling

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc.; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America is seeking an Inventory Planner to ensure adequate material and supply levels at the plant and through suppliers. You will order and receive raw materials, maintain inventories, and coordinate with suppliers to meet lead times and delivery schedules.

The role emphasizes accurate reporting, purchase orders, and adherence to GMP, health, safety, and DFA policies while maintaining strong supplier relationships and efficient operations.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• 0 to 2 years of inventory, materials planning, or related experience.
• Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment.
• Must read, write and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Order and receive all incoming raw materials, packaging materials, supplies, and other items as needed.
• Maintain adequate inventories of materials and supplies by understanding plant requirements and supplier lead times.
• Determine quantities and delivery schedules of materials.
• Ensure and oversee accurate counting and reporting of receipts and inventories in the systems.
• Complete purchase orders for all purchases and approve invoices for payment; verify information.
• Follow up with suppliers to ensure on-time deliveries and inform management of issues.
• Manage local supplier relationships and monitor performance against expectations.
• Maintain GMP compliance and health & safety requirements in all activities.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Multitasking

English fluency

Education

Undergraduate degree or equivalent

Job description

Dairy Farmers of America is seeking an Inventory Planner to ensure adequate material and supply levels at the plant and through suppliers. You will order and receive raw materials, maintain inventories, and coordinate with suppliers to meet lead times and delivery schedules.

The role emphasizes accurate reporting, purchase orders, and adherence to GMP, health, safety, and DFA policies while maintaining strong supplier relationships and efficient operations.