Senior Material Planner

Modine; Racine (WI); Remote; USD 85,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day One

Employee Assistance Program

Maternity Leave (12 weeks)

Short term disability leave

Paid parental leave

Paternity Leave (4 weeks)

401k with company match

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Job summary

Modine, a global leader in thermal management, seeks a Senior Material Planner to lead planning and supply coordination across multiple sites, including Grand Prairie, TX; Racine, WI; and Rockbridge, VA. The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, cross-functional collaboration, and risk mitigation to ensure uninterrupted production.

Responsibilities include developing planning strategies, monitoring inventory and lead times, and supporting S&OP processes.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience supporting S&OP, integrated planning, or production scheduling processes preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead material planning activities for assigned product lines, business units, or manufacturing operations.
• Develop and execute material planning strategies to balance inventory optimization, production continuity, and customer demand requirements.
• Monitor and analyze inventory levels, demand variability, supplier lead times, and capacity constraints to proactively manage supply risks.
• Collaborate with procurement, production, logistics, and demand planning teams to align material availability with operational priorities.
• Drive resolution of material shortages, schedule disruptions, and supplier performance issues.
• Support S&OP and integrated planning activities through data analysis and supply recommendations.
• Lead inventory optimization initiatives to improve turns and reduce obsolescence.

Skills

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in SCM/Logistics or related

APICS CPIM/CSCP certification preferred

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Excel

Job description

Job Posting Location: Grand Prairie, TX, Racine, WI, Rockbridge, VA

Posting Start Date: 10/15/26

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Remote, Onsite or Hybrid?: Remote

For more than 100 years, Modine has solved the toughest thermal management challenges for mission-critical applications. Our purpose of Engineering a Cleaner, Healthier World™ means we are always evolving our portfolio of technologies to provide the latest heating, cooling, and ventilation solutions. Through the hard work of more than 11,000 employees worldwide, our Climate Solutions and Performance Technologies segments advance our purpose with systems that improve air quality, reduce energy and water consumption, lower harmful emissions, enable cleaner running vehicles, and use environmentally friendly refrigerants. Modine is a global company headquartered in Racine, Wisconsin (U.S.), with operations in North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. For more information about Modine, visit modine.com .

Position Description

The Senior Material Planner is responsible for leading material planning and supply coordination activities to ensure uninterrupted production, optimized inventory levels, and efficient material flow across operations. This role serves as a key supply chain partner, driving planning strategies, mitigating supply risks, and supporting operational and financial objectives. The position requires advanced analytical capabilities, strong cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to manage complex planning activities in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead material planning activities for assigned product lines, business units, or manufacturing operations
• Develop and execute material planning strategies to balance inventory optimization, production continuity, and customer demand requirements
• Monitor and analyze inventory levels, demand variability, supplier lead times, and capacity constraints to proactively manage supply risks
• Collaborate with procurement, production, logistics, and demand planning teams to align material availability with operational priorities
• Drive resolution of critical material shortages, schedule disruptions, and supplier performance issues
• Support Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) and integrated planning activities through data analysis and supply recommendations
• Lead inventory optimization initiatives aimed at improving inventory turns, reducing excess inventory, and minimizing obsolescence
• Maintain and validate planning data within ERP and planning systems to ensure data integrity and planning accuracy
• Develop and improve planning processes, reporting tools, and standard operating procedures
• Mentor and support junior planners and team members, promoting best practices and operational consistency
• Communicate material risks, supply constraints, and planning recommendations to management and key stakeholders

Required Education & Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in material planning, supply chain, inventory management, or manufacturing operations
• Advanced understanding of material planning, inventory optimization, and manufacturing support processes
• Strong proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) and advanced Excel/data analysis skills
• Proven ability to manage complex planning activities and resolve supply chain challenges
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving capabilities
• Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and support strategic operational decisions
• Effective communication and presentation skills
• Experience supporting S&OP, integrated business planning, or production scheduling processes preferred

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, or related field preferred
• Professional certifications (e.g., APICS/ASCM CPIM or CSCP) preferred

Why Choose Modine?

• Day One
• Employee Assistance Program
• After 90 days of continuous employment
• Maternity Leave (12 weeks at 100% pay)
• 8 weeks of short term disability leave paid at 100%
• 4 weeks of paid parental leave paid at 100%
• Paternity Leave (4 weeks at 100% pay)
• 401k Retirement plan and company paid match
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution

Modine is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Modine provides a competitive benefit package, which could include paid vacation, short term disability, 401(k), health, dental, vision, life insurance, flex spending benefits, tuition reimbursement, Health Savings Account and much more. Human Resources will provide more detail upon your hiring.

The salary range for this position is estimated in good faith to be $85,000 to $128,000. The specific offer will depend on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and other job-related considerations but will be within the stated range. Where required by applicable law, a general description of benefits and other compensation offered for this role is also provided or made available.

This position is not eligible for any form of sponsorship (e.g. OPT or H1B visa status) now or in the future. Only individuals authorized to work in the United States now and for the foreseeable future will be considered for this position.