Materials Planning Lead: OTIF & Inventory Optimization

Advanced Energy Management Limited; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Energy in Denver, CO is seeking a Materials Planner to ensure material availability for uninterrupted production and support on-time delivery and inventory goals.

The role collaborates with procurement, production, and AE sites to optimize planning, monitor shortages, and provide timely reports to management. A bachelor's degree and 3–5 years in materials planning are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Business or related field.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in materials planning, production planning, inventory control, or supply chain operations.
• Strong understanding of MRP/ERP systems, material planning processes, and inventory management principles.
• Experience in manufacturing or electronics manufacturing environment preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Excellent coordination, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely material availability and kit completion based on MIH and production requirements within the planning window.
• Analyze material demand, shortages, and supply commitments to support monthly and annual revenue targets.
• Coordinate with Purchasing and suppliers regarding material expedites, pull-ins, and delivery commitments.
• Monitor material requirements and proactively address shortages impacting production continuity.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute inter-site material transfers to support demand, shortage recovery, and inventory optimization.
• Ensure alignment of material plans with production schedules and customer requirements.
• Provide timely updates and material outlooks for internal and external customer requirements.
• Drive on-time delivery of materials to support production schedules and customer commitments.
• Expedite critical materials and collaborate with Procurement during pull-ins, demand surges, or supply constraints.
• Monitor open transfer orders and escalate delays, risks, or potential supply interruptions.
• Maintain visibility and accuracy of inventory in transit across AE sites.
• Generate material summary reports and escalation dashboards for management reviews.
• Support inventory optimization initiatives and maximize inventory consumption through demand and inventory alignment.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Procurement, Logistics, Production to ensure material readiness.
• Facilitate regular meetings and follow-ups to support critical material requirements and customer escalations.
• Prepare and present reports, materials outlooks, and performance updates for management reviews.
• Provide accurate demand and supply analysis to support decision-making and planning.
• Escalate material risks affecting production continuity or delivery performance.
• Support adherence to safety policies, participate in HIRAC, report near misses, and contribute to continuous improvement.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Industrial Engineering/ Supply Chain/ Manufacturing/ Business

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

Job description

Advanced Energy in Denver, CO is seeking a Materials Planner to ensure material availability for uninterrupted production and support on-time delivery and inventory goals.

The role collaborates with procurement, production, and AE sites to optimize planning, monitor shortages, and provide timely reports to management. A bachelor's degree and 3–5 years in materials planning are required.