Strategic Material Planner — Optimizing MRP & Inventory

RH Sheppard Co Inc; Hanover (York County); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

RH Sheppard Co Inc is seeking a detail-oriented Material Planner to ensure materials are available at the right time, balancing inventory with supplier performance and customer needs.

The role requires collaboration across Purchasing, Production, Quality, Engineering, and Logistics to maintain Plex ERP data, optimize lead times, and support new product launches. A proactive problem-solver will thrive in our fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or related field preferred.
• Experience in material planning, production planning, supply chain, inventory control, or related manufacturing functions preferred.
• Plex ERP experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Lean/continuous improvement principles.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage material requirements planning (MRP) within Plex ERP to ensure uninterrupted production and optimal inventory levels.
• Analyze demand forecasts, customer releases, and production schedules to develop material replenishment plans.
• Monitor supplier performance related to delivery, quality, and responsiveness, and escalate issues as necessary.
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Production, Quality, Engineering, and Logistics teams to support production objectives and customer requirements.
• Review and maintain planning parameters in Plex, including lead times, safety stock levels, reorder points, lot sizing, and supplier schedules.
• Coordinate supplier releases and communication to ensure timely delivery of raw materials, components, and packaging materials.
• Identify potential material shortages and develop recovery plans to minimize production disruptions.
• Manage inventory levels to achieve company targets for inventory turns, excess inventory reduction, and working capital improvement.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, transaction errors, and material variances within Plex ERP.
• Support supplier or engineers Change Requests and product launch activities by ensuring material availability and inventory transition plans.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on inventory optimization, material flow efficiency, and supply chain performance.
• Maintain master data accuracy within Plex ERP, including part numbers, BOMs, supplier information, and planning parameters.
• Analyze MRP messages, exception reports, and inventory reports generated by Plex to proactively address supply issues.
• Support Plex system enhancements, user training, testing, and process improvements related to planning and inventory management.
• Validate inventory transactions and material movements within Plex to ensure accurate system records and reporting.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving

Excel

Education

Bachelors in Supply Chain

Tools

Plex ERP

Job description

RH Sheppard Co Inc is seeking a detail-oriented Material Planner to ensure materials are available at the right time, balancing inventory with supplier performance and customer needs.

The role requires collaboration across Purchasing, Production, Quality, Engineering, and Logistics to maintain Plex ERP data, optimize lead times, and support new product launches. A proactive problem-solver will thrive in our fast-paced environment.