Materials Planner: Optimize Inventory & On-Time Materials

Dana Canada Corp.; Danville (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dana Canada Corp. is seeking a Material Planner in Kentucky to manage material requirements, forecast needs, and optimize inventory for timely production.

The role emphasizes close cooperation with suppliers, procurement, and production teams to prevent shortages and delays. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of applicable experience, 3+ years in material planning, and strong ERP skills (SAP/Oracle).

Qualifications

• Interpret production schedules and demand forecasts to plan material needs.
• Use ERP systems to manage material planning, inventory tracking, and procurement coordination.
• Collaborate with suppliers, procurement, production, and logistics for timely issue resolution.

Responsibilities

• Analyze production schedules and forecasts to determine material needs and ensure timely availability.
• Maintain optimal inventory by tracking usage and initiating replenishment orders.
• Work with purchasing teams and vendors to ensure on-time delivery of materials and resolve supply issues.
• Input and manage material planning data in SAP/Oracle to ensure accurate tracking.
• Coordinate with manufacturing, logistics, and warehouse teams to align material flow with production goals.

Skills

Production planning

ERP systems (SAP/Oracle)

Supplier collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree / 4+ years experience

3+ years experience

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Dana Canada Corp. is seeking a Material Planner in Kentucky to manage material requirements, forecast needs, and optimize inventory for timely production.

The role emphasizes close cooperation with suppliers, procurement, and production teams to prevent shortages and delays. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of applicable experience, 3+ years in material planning, and strong ERP skills (SAP/Oracle).