Strategic Material Planner for Supply Chain

Jabil; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, &

Vision Insurance

401K match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Adoption Assistance

Annual Merit Increases

Community Volunteer Opportunities

Job summary

Jabil is seeking a Material Planner to work onsite at our Auburn Hills, MI plant. You will ensure materials flow efficiently to support production schedules and customer requirements, manage inventory levels, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance.

Strong ERP and inventory management skills are essential. The role emphasizes cost-conscious planning, accurate forecasting, and ongoing process improvements within a fast-paced manufacturing environment at the Auburn

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Experience in material planning, inventory control, or supply chain operations preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute material plans to support production schedules and customer demand.
• Monitor inventory levels, adjust planning strategies, and maintain optimal stock levels to reduce waste and prevent shortages.
• Implement and maintain strong inventory management and control systems.
• Coordinate and oversee all materials control activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with established procedures.
• Manage material flow through receiving, storage, kitting, and distribution functions.
• Collaborate with procurement, production, logistics, and other supply chain teams to ensure smooth materials movement and availability.
• Perform material forecasting and conduct detailed planning to schedule deliveries appropriately.
• Apply supply chain control techniques to identify and mitigate risks related to material shortages, overages, or delays.
• Analyze material usage trends and identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.
• Generate reports on inventory accuracy, material availability, consumption trends, and supply chain performance.

Skills

Material planning

Inventory management

ERP systems

Analytical skills

Cross-department collaboration

Manufacturing environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

ERP systems

Inventory management software

Job description

Jabil is seeking a Material Planner to work onsite at our Auburn Hills, MI plant. You will ensure materials flow efficiently to support production schedules and customer requirements, manage inventory levels, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance.

Strong ERP and inventory management skills are essential. The role emphasizes cost-conscious planning, accurate forecasting, and ongoing process improvements within a fast-paced manufacturing environment at the Auburn