Strategic Material Planner — SAP MRP & Inventory

Pro Staff; Cockeysville (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Pro Staff is seeking a detail-oriented supply chain professional in Maryland to develop material plans and coordinate material call-offs from approved suppliers using SAP MRP. You’ll support production and inventory goals while maintaining data accuracy and timely communication.

Key duties include monitoring material availability, managing a portfolio of SKUs, coordinating inbound material flow, and supporting supplier performance improvements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or in progress.
• 2+ years of experience in operations, logistics, manufacturing support, or related field.
• At least 1 year in supply chain, materials, or inventory management.
• Experience with MRP and related planning systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop material plans and coordinate material call-offs from approved suppliers and internal facilities using SAP MRP to support production requirements.
• Monitor material availability and proactively identify shortages or non-conformance affecting production schedules.
• Manage inventory for an assigned SKU portfolio balancing service, targets, and cost.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive corrective actions for delivery, quality, and fulfillment issues.
• Coordinate returns of non-conforming materials and maintain documentation.
• Resolve discrepancies between ordered and delivered quantities and values with Accounts Payable.
• Maintain records for efficient import of raw materials.
• Support business reviews, project teams, and cross-functional supply chain initiatives.
• Monitor slow-moving/obsolete inventory and develop corrective actions to minimize write-offs.
• Manage plant receiving schedule and coordinate inbound material flow.
• Utilize E2Open to support supplier collaboration and supply management.
• Audit/maintain MRP master data and planning parameters to optimize lead times and service.
• Follow health and safety policies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Enrollment in a college-level Business or related degree program

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field preferred

Tools

SAP MRP

Microsoft Access

E2Open

MRP systems

Job description

Pro Staff is seeking a detail-oriented supply chain professional in Maryland to develop material plans and coordinate material call-offs from approved suppliers using SAP MRP. You’ll support production and inventory goals while maintaining data accuracy and timely communication.

Key duties include monitoring material availability, managing a portfolio of SKUs, coordinating inbound material flow, and supporting supplier performance improvements.