Strategic Material Planner – Oilfield Ops & Forecasting

Patterson-UTI; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Patterson-UTI is seeking an Admin Material Planner 2 to balance customer demand with production and resources. You will forecast for MSD and coordinate with operations, ensuring on-time tool deliveries while improving efficiency.

The role emphasizes teamwork, data-driven analysis, and collaboration with logistics, R&M workflows, and internal customers to meet production schedules and company goals.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 1+ years in repair/remanufacture of oilfield equipment related to directional drilling systems.
• Experience with Warehouse Management System (WMS).
• Knowledge of oilfield terminology and parts related to drilling systems.

Responsibilities

• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Maintain and enhance working relationships with internal customers.
• Manage receipt, storage, shipment of product/materials in the warehouse.
• Oversee assembly/disassembly of motors; administer motor log and availability checks.
• Assist in planning daily production using WMS and forecasting tools.
• Establish priorities in repair and maintenance facilities for material planning.
• Coordinate with logistics on all outgoing shipments.
• Engage in material management and inventory control for work in progress.
• Coordinate material planning with the warehouse management group and provide upcoming needs.
• Assist others in coordinating build sheets and job board updates.
• Ensure effective material flow between warehouse, production, and job sites.
• Prepare and maintain plan/schedule for internal production using forecasts.
• Monitor progress and communicate status to operations.
• Collaborate with supervisors, managers and internal customers on project requirements.
• Ensure processes and standards are met throughout the project.
• Promote a safe, clean, and productive work environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Client-facing

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Time management

Adaptability

Safety awareness

Travel readiness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Word

Excel

Access

Outlook

Job description

Patterson-UTI is seeking an Admin Material Planner 2 to balance customer demand with production and resources. You will forecast for MSD and coordinate with operations, ensuring on-time tool deliveries while improving efficiency.

The role emphasizes teamwork, data-driven analysis, and collaboration with logistics, R&M workflows, and internal customers to meet production schedules and company goals.