Strategic Material Planner: Optimize Inventory & Supply

Jarraff Industries LLC; Saint Peter (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Jarraff Industries LLC is seeking a Material Planner to manage the flow of materials needed for production and customer demand. You will analyze demand, inventory, and supplier performance to minimize shortages and excess inventory while keeping operations smooth.

The role requires collaboration with procurement, production, warehouse, and logistics teams, plus strong Excel skills and ERP/MRP experience.

This on-site position in Minnesota offers growth opportunities in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management or related field.
• 2-5 years of experience in material planning, inventory control, supply chain, purchasing, or manufacturing planning.
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems required or strongly preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to interpret demand forecasts and production requirements.

Responsibilities

• Analyze production schedules, sales forecasts, and customer demand to determine material requirements.
• Develop and maintain material plans to support production and inventory objectives.
• Monitor inventory levels and initiate replenishment activities to ensure adequate material availability.
• Coordinate with procurement and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of raw materials, components, and packaging materials.
• Review material shortages, expedite critical orders, and develop recovery plans to minimize production disruptions.
• Maintain accurate material planning data within ERP/MRP systems.
• Monitor supplier performance regarding delivery, quality, and responsiveness.
• Collaborate with production, purchasing, warehouse, and logistics teams to resolve material-related issues.
• Analyze inventory trends and implement strategies to reduce excess, obsolete, and slow-moving inventory.
• Review safety stock levels and recommend adjustments based on demand variability and lead times.
• Participate in demand planning and sales and operations planning (S&OP) activities.
• Generate and analyze reports related to inventory, material availability, supplier performance, and planning metrics.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance material flow, inventory management, and planning accuracy.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Jarraff Industries LLC is seeking a Material Planner to manage the flow of materials needed for production and customer demand. You will analyze demand, inventory, and supplier performance to minimize shortages and excess inventory while keeping operations smooth.

The role requires collaboration with procurement, production, warehouse, and logistics teams, plus strong Excel skills and ERP/MRP experience.

This on-site position in Minnesota offers growth opportunities in a manufacturing environment.