Materials Planning Leader — Lean Manufacturing

Parker Hannifin Corporation; Manitowoc (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Hannifin Corporation's Parflex Division in Manitowoc, WI is seeking a Materials Manager to lead supply chain activities in our hands-on plant, including materials planning, production scheduling, inventory control, and data integrity.

The role partners with suppliers, BU managers, and production planners to optimize flow from procurement to delivery, while directing staffing, budgets, and continuous improvement efforts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years purchasing/materials management experience in high-volume manufacturing.
• Four-year college degree in business, engineering, or materials management is required; certification preferred.
• Analytical and technical skills to improve automation opportunities and processes.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication for cross-functional interfaces.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate the flow of materials and information from customers through procurement to delivery.
• Lead production planning, shipping, receiving and inventory functions.
• Direct leadership of materials management activities and staff.
• Oversee supplier management, price negotiation, and compliance with procurement regulations.
• Drive material flow optimization, cost reduction programs, and Lean initiatives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or materials management

APICS/CPM certification preferred

Tools

MRPII/ERP systems

JIT

Job description

Parker Hannifin Corporation's Parflex Division in Manitowoc, WI is seeking a Materials Manager to lead supply chain activities in our hands-on plant, including materials planning, production scheduling, inventory control, and data integrity.

The role partners with suppliers, BU managers, and production planners to optimize flow from procurement to delivery, while directing staffing, budgets, and continuous improvement efforts.