Materials Planner: SAP, MRP & Production Support

VIVA USA Inc; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

VIVA USA Inc. in Davenport, IA is seeking a materials planner within Operations, Logistics, and Supply Management.

The role ensures material availability to support production schedules and customer requirements, overseeing material flow and coordinating inventory activities. The ideal candidate will work extensively with SAP and MRP systems to schedule and control inventory, collaborate across departments, and drive continuous improvement in supply chain processes.

Qualifications

• Understanding of supply chain, logistics, and inventory management principles.
• Knowledge of material flow within a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to interpret data, identify risks, and proactively resolve material shortages.
• Experience working across multiple departments to support operational goals.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure material availability to support production schedules and customer requirements.
• Schedule, coordinate, and control inventory in SAP and MRP to support day-to-day logistics.
• Deliver direct materials to the appropriate work centers on time.
• Balance customer service, inventory accuracy, and operational efficiency while driving process improvements.

Skills

Supply chain knowledge

Material flow expertise

Data interpretation

Cross-functional collaboration

Prioritization and organization

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain or related field

Tools

SAP

MRP systems

ERP systems

Excel

Logistics tracking systems

Job description

VIVA USA Inc. in Davenport, IA is seeking a materials planner within Operations, Logistics, and Supply Management.

The role ensures material availability to support production schedules and customer requirements, overseeing material flow and coordinating inventory activities. The ideal candidate will work extensively with SAP and MRP systems to schedule and control inventory, collaborate across departments, and drive continuous improvement in supply chain processes.