Strategic Material Planner - Electronics Manufacturing

Boxx-Technologies,-Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision plans

401(k) Matching

Paid Time Off

Job summary

BOXX Technologies in Austin, TX is seeking a Material Planner to forecast and plan materials to meet production goals and customer demand across the product life cycle.

You will perform monthly and quarterly demand forecasting, manage MRP activities, monitor supplier delivery, and collaborate with Purchasing, Engineering, and Manufacturing to mitigate risks and support on-time delivery.

This role offers benefits including medical, dental and vision, 401(k) matching, and Paid Time Off.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in materials planning and related functions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (advanced level) and other productivity software.
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Forecast demand and plan inventory for a high‑mix, low‑volume manufacturing environment.
• Analyze demand signals, forecast trends, and backlog to determine material requirements and identify supply risks.
• Identify material shortages and develop mitigation plans with Purchasing, Engineering, Manufacturing, and suppliers.
• Monitor delivery performance with Purchasing and suppliers to ensure material availability for production schedules.
• Coordinate supplier change notifications and ensure proper review and execution through change management processes.
• Assess material impact of Engineering Change Orders and coordinate implementation with cross-functional teams.
• Review and maintain planning parameters for BOMs, alternate parts, and engineering changes.
• Maintain planning master data including lead times, safety stock, and order policies for planning accuracy.
• Execute MRPs and communicate backlog, availability, and on-time delivery metrics.
• Manage daily material planning activities to ensure timely availability of materials for production.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

MRP/ERP systems

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Continuous improvement mindset

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

BOXX Technologies in Austin, TX is seeking a Material Planner to forecast and plan materials to meet production goals and customer demand across the product life cycle.

You will perform monthly and quarterly demand forecasting, manage MRP activities, monitor supplier delivery, and collaborate with Purchasing, Engineering, and Manufacturing to mitigate risks and support on-time delivery.

This role offers benefits including medical, dental and vision, 401(k) matching, and Paid Time Off.