Raw Material Planning Analyst

ADP, Inc.; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

ADP, Inc. in Toledo, OH is seeking a Raw Material Planning Analyst to ensure uninterrupted supply of raw materials and packaging. You will review production plans and coordinate material changes.

The role emphasizes data analytics, KPI tracking, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to optimize inventory and costs. Candidates typically hold a bachelor's in supply chain and 2–5 years of planning experience with strong problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field.
• 2–5 years in production planning or supply chain.
• Project leadership experience preferred.
• Experience with advanced planning system.
• Proficiency in business analytics and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Review finished goods production plan to ensure raw material supply.
• Monitor KPIs to inform business decisions.
• Evaluate inventory strategies based on supplier performance and market needs.
• Coordinate material changes and trials for raw materials and packaging.
• Create POs and distribute to suppliers, updating FG schedules.
• Lead cross-functional teams and drive cost savings and continuous improvement.
• Identify opportunities and risks and make planning recommendations.
• Analyze trends and perform data-driven planning.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Self-starter

Cross-functional leadership

Ambiguity tolerance

Education

Bachelors in Supply Chain

Tools

Advanced planning system

Analytics tools

Job description

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Raw Material Planning Analyst

Full Time Toledo, OH, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 1245

Salary Range: $65,000.00 To $85,000.00 Annually

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review finished goods production plan to ensure seamless supply of stocked and JIT raw materials
• Record and monitor KPIs to drive business decisions
• Evaluate inventory strategies based on supplier performance, production needs, and market conditions
• Work with inventory control team to verify inventory levels
• Coordinate material changes, balance outs, and trials for raw materials and packaging
• PO creation, distribution to suppliers, and updating to accommodate changing FG schedules
• Monitor and analyze business trends, identify opportunities and risks, and make planning recommendations to ensure an unbiased plan while supporting strategic initiatives
• Identify and implement cost savings and continuous improvement opportunities
• Request and review Cost and Production Bill Of Materials
• Lead through decision making in routine and non-routine situations
• Perform usage adjustments
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Self-starter and resourceful individual
• Demonstrated ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams; team player
• Ability to deal with ambiguity and make decisions on a limited set of data
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to tailor communication to the senior level management
• Other responsibilities as assigned

SELECTION CRITERIA

Education

• Bachelors Degree Required: Supply Chain Management or equivalent preferred

Experience

• 2-5 years of experience in production planning and/or supply chain or equivalent
• Project leadership preferred

Other

• Ability to develop and recommend process, system improvements
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Demand Planning, Supply Chain planning, forecasting, business planning or related function
• Experience with advanced planning system
• Experience in business analytics and reporting tools