Senior Production Planner — SAP & MRP Expert

The Arkema Group; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arkema Group is seeking a skilled supply chain planner to optimize production sequencing, material flow, and inventory control. You will manage MRP, create and track production orders in SAP, and collaborate across Purchasing, Operations, Logistics, and Customer Service.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years of planning experience, a strong background in materials management and S&OP processes, and excellent communication to drive cross-functional alignment in a fast-paced manufacturing

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in planning manufacturing operations.
• BS in Business Administration, Supply Chain or related field (preferred).
• SAP experience and training preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to lead cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of S&OP, MRP, BOMs and inventory controls.

Responsibilities

• Review and resolve daily MRP exception messages to address planning and supply issues.
• Plan using capacity, volumes, and assets; sequence production orders in SAP.
• Maintain demand forecasts and ensure accuracy.
• Manage full lifecycle of production orders with focus on efficiency.
• Release raw material requisitions and monitor safety stock.
• Coordinate with purchasing, plant operations, logistics, and customer service.

Skills

Materials mgmt

Supplier quality

S&OP process

Cross-functional

Prioritize work

Education

BS in Business Admin

High school diploma

APICS certification

Six Sigma/LEAN/ISO

Tools

SAP ERP

Job description

The Arkema Group is seeking a skilled supply chain planner to optimize production sequencing, material flow, and inventory control. You will manage MRP, create and track production orders in SAP, and collaborate across Purchasing, Operations, Logistics, and Customer Service.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years of planning experience, a strong background in materials management and S&OP processes, and excellent communication to drive cross-functional alignment in a fast-paced manufacturing