Production Control Planner — SAP & MRP Expert

Applied Materials, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 64,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials, Inc. is seeking a Production Control Planner in Austin, TX. The role partners with Engineering, Manufacturing, Procurement, and Supply Chain to maintain material readiness, optimize inventory, and support factory operations through SAP ERP/MRP planning and production control.

A strong background in materials planning and data analysis is required. The ideal candidate will manage schedules, perform shortage analyses, and drive improvements in inventory accuracy and planning

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in production control, materials planning, inventory management, or manufacturing operations.
• Working knowledge of SAP ERP and MRP planning processes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage SAP ERP production and work order schedules to support manufacturing and engineering requirements.
• Execute and monitor MRP planning activities, ensuring accurate supply and demand alignment.
• Perform material readiness reviews and shortage analysis to improve production execution.
• Coordinate ECO/ECR implementation and material disposition activities.
• Analyze inventory, work order, and material variances and drive corrective actions.
• Maintain SAP master data, planning parameters, and lead times to support planning accuracy.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve material, WIP, inventory, and scheduling issues.
• Support cycle counting, inventory accuracy initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Provide reporting and analysis related to material availability, inventory health, and planning performance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

SAP ERP

MRP planning

Job description

Applied Materials, Inc. is seeking a Production Control Planner in Austin, TX. The role partners with Engineering, Manufacturing, Procurement, and Supply Chain to maintain material readiness, optimize inventory, and support factory operations through SAP ERP/MRP planning and production control.

A strong background in materials planning and data analysis is required. The ideal candidate will manage schedules, perform shortage analyses, and drive improvements in inventory accuracy and planning