Materials Planning Analyst - Inventory & ERP/MRP

Linked Professional Services; Fraser (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Linked, LLC in Fraser, MI is seeking a detail-oriented Material Analyst to support material planning, inventory control, and production operations in a manufacturing environment. You will monitor material availability and coordinate with internal teams to keep production schedules on track.

The role requires strong Excel skills, experience with ERP/MRP systems, and the ability to identify shortages, resolve discrepancies, and improve inventory accuracy in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in material planning, inventory control, supply chain, or manufacturing operations.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and inventory management processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis.
• Understanding of production schedules, material requirements, and inventory tracking.
• Ability to identify and resolve material shortages and discrepancies.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor inventory levels and material requirements to support production schedules.
• Identify material shortages, inventory discrepancies, and potential production delays.
• Coordinate with purchasing, production, warehouse, and supply chain teams.
• Track incoming materials, supplier deliveries, and purchase orders.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and material transactions in ERP/MRP systems.
• Assist with cycle counts, inventory audits, and discrepancy resolution.
• Analyze inventory data and generate material availability reports.
• Support improvements in inventory accuracy and material flow.

Skills

Material planning

Inventory control

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Excel

Data analysis

Production schedules

Inventory tracking

Problem solving

Communication

Multitasking

Tools

SAP

Job description

Linked, LLC in Fraser, MI is seeking a detail-oriented Material Analyst to support material planning, inventory control, and production operations in a manufacturing environment. You will monitor material availability and coordinate with internal teams to keep production schedules on track.

The role requires strong Excel skills, experience with ERP/MRP systems, and the ability to identify shortages, resolve discrepancies, and improve inventory accuracy in a fast-paced setting.