Strategic Material Planner: Drive Production Flow

Dana Corp; Danville (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Dana Corp in Danville, KY is seeking a Material Planner to plan, schedule, and coordinate the flow of materials for manufacturing operations. You will balance inventory with production needs while minimizing waste, delays, and costs.

You will act as the link between procurement, production, and supply chain teams, ensuring material availability and efficient usage. Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP or Oracle) and strong collaboration with suppliers is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of applicable experience.
• 3+ years of experience in materials planning or supply chain.
• Experience interpreting schedules, forecasts and inventory data.

Responsibilities

• Analyze production schedules and forecasts to determine material needs and ensure timely availability.
• Maintain optimal inventory by tracking usage, identifying shortages or excesses, and initiating replenishment orders.
• Work closely with purchasing teams and vendors to ensure on-time delivery of materials and resolve supply issues.
• Input and manage material planning data in systems like SAP or Oracle to ensure accurate tracking and reporting.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, logistics, and warehouse teams to align material flow with production goals and minimize downtime.

Skills

Interpret production schedules andFORE

ERP systems (SAP/Oracle)

Interpersonal collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Dana Corp in Danville, KY is seeking a Material Planner to plan, schedule, and coordinate the flow of materials for manufacturing operations. You will balance inventory with production needs while minimizing waste, delays, and costs.

You will act as the link between procurement, production, and supply chain teams, ensuring material availability and efficient usage. Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP or Oracle) and strong collaboration with suppliers is required.