On-Site Materials Planning Leader – Chicago

Dakkota; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Dakkota in Chicago is seeking a dynamic Material Planning Supervisor to lead materials planning, supplier performance, and inventory management in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This on-site role reports to the Materials Manager within the Materials Management team.

The ideal candidate is data-driven with a passion for operational efficiency and continuous improvement, with a bachelor’s degree or 5+ years ofMaterials management experience, and knowledge of Tranks4M and sequencing

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of materials management experience, automotive preferred.
• Strong knowledge of inventory control, planning and supplier coordination.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and develop the Materials team, including Lead Material Planners, Material Planners, and Material Supervisors.
• Manage supplier relationships and performance, including delivery improvement initiatives and issue resolution.
• Oversee material planning and procurement activities to ensure timely availability and optimal inventory.
• Utilize MRP and sequencing systems to analyze demand, generate supplier releases, and maintain planning data.
• Coordinate production scheduling and logistics with manufacturing, suppliers, and customers for JIT.
• Support engineering changes and program management to meet schedules and minimize obsolescence.

Skills

Materials planning

Supplier coordination

Data analysis

Expediting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

5+ years materials management experience

Tools

Tranks4M

sequencing software

Job description

Dakkota in Chicago is seeking a dynamic Material Planning Supervisor to lead materials planning, supplier performance, and inventory management in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This on-site role reports to the Materials Manager within the Materials Management team.

The ideal candidate is data-driven with a passion for operational efficiency and continuous improvement, with a bachelor’s degree or 5+ years ofMaterials management experience, and knowledge of Tranks4M and sequencing