Materials Planning & Supply Chain Leader

Parker Hannifin Corporation; Manitowoc (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Hannifin Corporation's Parflex Division in Manitowoc, WI seeks a Materials Manager to lead materials planning, procurement, and inventory control across a hands-on plant. The role emphasizes coordinating flow from suppliers to delivery while driving cost reductions and process improvements.

Ideal candidate brings at least 5 years in materials management within high-volume manufacturing, with a bachelor's degree and strong analytical abilities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in purchasing/materials management in high-volume manufacturing.
• APICS/CPM certification preferred.
• Four-year college degree required.
• Analytical and technical skills to optimize processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate the flow of materials and information from suppliers through procurement to delivery.
• Lead production planning, shipping, receiving and inventory control activities.
• Manage procurement, supplier evaluation and cost reduction initiatives.
• Oversee budgeting for the materials department and monitor performance metrics.
• Support lean initiatives and implement automated systems for material flow.

Skills

Materials planning

Supplier management

Data analysis

Communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelors degree in business, engineering, or materials management

Tools

MRPII

MRP systems

MS Excel

Job description

Parker Hannifin Corporation's Parflex Division in Manitowoc, WI seeks a Materials Manager to lead materials planning, procurement, and inventory control across a hands-on plant. The role emphasizes coordinating flow from suppliers to delivery while driving cost reductions and process improvements.

Ideal candidate brings at least 5 years in materials management within high-volume manufacturing, with a bachelor's degree and strong analytical abilities.