Specialist I, Planner

11 MasterBrand Cabinets LLC; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

MasterBrand Cabinets LLC in Waterloo, IA is seeking a junior procurement and inventory planning role. You will support material sourcing, stock levels, and cross‑functional coordination across production and logistics to ensure timely deliveries.

No prior professional experience is required. You will learn to implement cost‑effective procurement policies, monitor inventory, assist with production control, and collaborate with finance and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Plans and implements activities related to procurement, inventory control, planning and quality control of production materials.
• Coordinates with finance/accounting on inventory costs and policies.
• May assist with production control systems and supplier audits.
• Sourcing and supplying raw materials, utilities and outside services in a manufacturing context.

Responsibilities

• Support material sourcing and stock level maintenance for timely deliveries.
• Coordinate with production, logistics and vendors to optimize inventory and distribution.
• Assist in implementing cost-effective procurement policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with finance and accounting on inventory costs and accuracy.

Skills

Procurement

Inventory control

Materials planning

Job description

For more than 70 years, MasterBrand has been shaping the places where people come together, enriching lives and creating meaningful memories for our customers. We are the #1 manufacturer of residential cabinets in North America, and our associates produce the most comprehensive portfolio of superior cabinetry products for the kitchen, bath and other parts of the home. Come see why our associates love working at MasterBrand.

MasterBrand isn’t just a cabinet company – we are an organization of people who are Building Great Experiences Together.

Job Description

Applies knowledge and basic problem solving techniques to define and resolve problems. Determines a course of action based on guidelines. Works on problems of limited scope. Follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data from which answers can be readily obtained. Work is reviewed periodically based on a set of defined procedures or precedence. Normally receives general instruction on work and new assignments. Develops stable working relationships internally. Exchanges standard/basic information with colleagues and immediate supervisor, project leaders and other professionals in the team./group.Typically requires no previous professional experience. Plans and implements activities related to the timely, cost-effective procurement, inventory control, planning and quality control of production materials. Develops, implements, and maintains policies, procedures, and material control systems to reduce costs, streamline procedures, and implement solutions. Ensures the availability of materials in the supply chain, as scheduled, and the maintenance of inventory at minimum acceptable levels. Responsible for sourcing and supplying raw materials, utilities and outside services, as well coordinating global procurement efforts. Coordinates with finance/accounting on matters involving inventory-carrying costs. Reviews and plans requirements for acceptable inventory. May assist with the establishment and maintenance of the production control system. May work with customers in auditing customer inventory levels and with internal and external vendors to comply with inventory policies. Companies in a retail environment, employees responsible for the planning, inventory, logistics, import/export, distribution, inventory control and shipment of merchandise from vendors to retail store locations or the end customer, may match here.

Equal Employment Opportunity

MasterBrand Cabinets LLC is an equal opportunity employer. MasterBrand Cabinets LLC’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. MasterBrand Cabinets LLC also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasterBrand Cabinets LLC’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Reasonable Accommodations

MasterBrand Cabinets LLC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment, please contact us at [e-mail].

MasterBrand Way

Building on our history by innovating how we work and what we offer, MasterBrand is proud to be an industry leader. We achieve this through The MasterBrand Way – our business system – which empowers every individual to make the team better, be bold and drive our business forward, and champion improvement in all that we do. Through this unique culture, we strive to create a best place to work where:

• We aim for opportunity, purpose and reward in our associates’ experience all within an organization where our associates can thrive.
• We work hard to create an environment that keeps people safe, values their unique experiences and perspectives, and fosters collaboration and belonging.
• We are committed to supporting the well-being of our associates and the communities in which we operate.

Come see why our associates love working at MasterBrand.

For more than 70 years, MasterBrand has been shaping the places where people come together, enriching lives and creating meaningful memories for our customers. We are the #1 manufacturer of residential cabinets in North America, and our associates produce the most comprehensive portfolio of superior cabinetry products for the kitchen, bath and other parts of the home. Building Great Experiences Together. MasterBrand isn’t just a cabinet company – we are an organization of people who are Building Great Experiences Together.