Plex ERP Material Planner - Optimize Inventory & Flow

R.H. Sheppard Co. Inc.; Hanover (York County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

R.H. Sheppard Co. Inc.

seeks a motivated Material Planner to keep production moving by ensuring materials are available when needed while balancing inventory, supplier performance, and customer requirements. The role emphasizes proactive problem solving in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. The ideal candidate will manage MRP in Plex ERP, develop replenishment plans from forecasts and schedules, collaborate with Purchasing, Production, Quality, Engineering, and Logistics, and drive continuous

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field.
• Experience with material planning and production scheduling.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems, Plex ERP preferred.
• Knowledge of lean and process improvement principles.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Manage MRP within Plex ERP to ensure uninterrupted production and optimal inventory levels.
• Develop material replenishment plans from forecasts and production schedules.
• Monitor supplier performance and escalate issues as needed.
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Production, Quality, Engineering, and Logistics.
• Maintain planning parameters (lead times, safety stock, reorder points, lot sizing).
• Coordinate supplier releases and ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Identify shortages and develop recovery plans.
• Manage inventory to improve turns and working capital.
• Investigate discrepancies in Plex ERP.
• Support Change Requests and product launches with material availability.
• Drive continuous improvement in inventory flow and supply chain performance.
• Maintain master data in Plex (part numbers, BOMs, supplier info).
• Analyze Plex reports to address supply issues.
• Support Plex enhancements, training, and process improvements.
• Validate inventory transactions in Plex.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

MRP planning

Forecasting

Supplier performance

Cross-functional collaboration

ERP experience

Inventory optimization

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM

Tools

Plex ERP

Job description

R.H. Sheppard Co. Inc.

seeks a motivated Material Planner to keep production moving by ensuring materials are available when needed while balancing inventory, supplier performance, and customer requirements. The role emphasizes proactive problem solving in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. The ideal candidate will manage MRP in Plex ERP, develop replenishment plans from forecasts and schedules, collaborate with Purchasing, Production, Quality, Engineering, and Logistics, and drive continuous