Principal Planner (MRP)

MDS Staffing; Rochester (NH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

401k match

Excellent benefits

Generous employee discount

Relocation assistance

Growth opportunities

Job summary

MDS Staffing is helping a Rochester, NH-based manufacturing leader hire a Principal Planner to drive supply chain strategy at a 24/7 facility. You will manage master scheduling, inventory planning, and release of work orders in coordination with Operations and Manufacturing, while aligning with contractual commitments.

The role requires 10+ years in manufacturing, strong MRP expertise, ERP/Oracle EBS experience, and a proven track record in continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• 10+ years in a global production/manufacturing environment.
• Expertise in MRP signaling, planning signals, and policy compliance.
• Strong supply chain fundamentals and ERP experience (Oracle EBS/ASCP).
• APICS certification would be a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own critical supply chain deadlines and align with customer commitments.
• Drive MRP signals to support production and inventory flow.
• Partner with Operations/Production to resolve issues and keep on track.
• Monitor schedules, track performance, mitigate delivery risks.
• Manage end-of-life inventory, new product launches, and Liab.
• Deliver analytics to leadership and train team on data access.
• Act as escalation point and drive cross-functional solutions.
• Lead continuous improvement to cut costs and boost efficiency.
• Provide guidance on Oracle ASCP to lift planning capabilities.
• Support 5S standards and comply with Safety/ISO procedures.

Skills

MRP

Supply chain concepts

Cross-functional collaboration

Independent work

Data-driven decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

APICS certification would be a plus

Tools

Oracle EBS

Oracle ASCP

MS Office

Job description

Drive Strategy for a 250-Year-Old Name Brand Leader

Executive Visibility | High-Growth Plant | Bonus + Career Path

THE COMPANY

The hiring company, is a 250-year-old, brand-name, leading provider and manufacturer in their industry. They are a vibrant, growing company of people focused on success, both professionally and personally. Their success is attributed to the 3,000+ employees across 16 U.S. locations in three states, and four additional global facilities. They are certified a Great Place to Work. Their name is synonymous with industry-leading quality and innovation which has made it the brand of choice! Strong organization that supports our military and law enforcement.

PROVIDED

Offered is a competitive salary including a strong bonus, 401k match, excellent benefits, generous employee discount, relocation assistance and opportunities for growth. This is an onsite position. This plant is growing, which will give opportunities to move into leadership roles down the road.

LOCATION: Rochester, NH, at a state of the art, 24/7 manufacturing facility.

(Relocation assistance is available)

• Area offers an affordable cost of living, a welcoming community, and easy access to both the Seacoast and the White Mountains, making it an ideal place to live, work, and enjoy the outdoors.
• Residents appreciate its small-town charm, excellent quality of life, and convenient location just over an hour from Boston and Portland.

HOW YOU WILL HAVE IMPACT

The Principal Planner partners cross-functionally across the organization—most notably with Operations—and is responsible for managing and aligning all facets of Supply Chain (master scheduling, inventory planning, releasing and prioritizing work orders with Operations and Manufacturing) while also maintaining, coordinating, and strategizing for contractual commitments and deadlines.

RESPONSIBILITIES (not all inclusive):

• Own and manage critical supply chain deadlines, ensuring alignment with customer expectations and contractual commitments.
• Drive accuracy and effectiveness of MRP (Material Requirements Planning) signals to support seamless production and inventory flow and remain fully compliant with internal policies and customer requirements.
• Partner with Operations and Production to resolve issues, remove constraints, and keep manufacturing on track.
• Monitor schedules, track performance, and proactively mitigate risks to delivery timelines.
• Identify and manage end-of-life inventory and PO or work order liability and new product implementations for the program(s) with no supervision.
• Leverage data from multiple systems to deliver clear analytics and insights to leadership. Provide assistance and training to others within the Planning team on where to go for data and the most efficient means of putting together analytics.
• Act as a key escalation point within Planning, influencing decisions and driving cross-functional solutions.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and strengthen overall supply chain performance.
• Provide guidance and training on Oracle ASCP to elevate planning capabilities across the team.
• Participate in and sustain 5S Standards.
• Follow all required Safety and ISO procedures.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field. Will consider equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of experience working for a global company in a production/manufacturing environment. Experience in at least one of the following industries preferred: machining plant, defense contractor, aerospace company, retailer, and/or bioscience.
• Demonstrated expertise in Material Requirements Planning (MRP), including the ability to evaluate and maintain accurate planning signals while ensuring compliance with internal policies, procedures, and customer requirements.
• Strong understanding of supply chain management concepts.
• APICS certification would be a plus.
• Proficiency with a top-tier ERP System, preferably Oracle EBS, including ASCP.
• Comfortable training others on all relevant aspects of manufacturing and Office applications.
• Prior work in an Agile environment.
• Comfortable with using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook),
• Able to operate independently at a high level and complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Currently reside within a reasonable daily commute to Rochester, NH or be willing to relocate upon hire with company assistance. Preference given to local candidates and those in closer to NH.
• Able to successfully pass a drug and background check.
• Must be a US Citizen or US Permanent Resident. (due to nature the company's industry and government regulations)

Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.