Strategic Material Planner - SAP MRP & Inventory

Jobtailor; West Branch (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in the United States seeks a highly organized supply chain professional to plan and coordinate material procurement, ensuring timely purchase orders and schedule agreements aligned with lead times.

The role uses SAP MRP to forecast, track, and manage material flow, maintaining supply continuity and inventory optimization across domestic and international operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; an associate degree is preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in Supply Chain or Logistics management.
• 1 year in an international supply chain role preferred.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain functions and SAP MRP proficiency.
• Proficient in MS Office; fluent written and spoken English; Spanish desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute material procurement based on production needs and lead times.
• Use SAP MRP to forecast, track, and manage material flow for continuity.
• Monitor daily operations, deliveries, and supplier commitments; address shortages.
• Manage supplier lead times and communicate with Global Sourcing for long-lead items.
• Coordinate delivery issues and monitor supplier performance in forums.
• Maintain planning master data to support reliable production planning.
• Collaborate with Logistics, Engineering, Production, Quality and Finance.
• Ensure raw material inventory targets are met and production is uninterrupted.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Supply chain management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Negotiation

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates degree (preferred)

Tools

SAP MRP

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Plan and execute material procurement based on production requirements, including timely release of purchase orders and schedule agreements in line with approved lead times
• Use SAP, our Material Resource Planning (MRP) system, to track, forecast, and manage material flow, ensuring supply continuity while meeting inventory optimization goals
• Monitor daily material operations, delivery schedules, and supplier commitments to proactively identify shortages, backorders, and supply risks; take corrective actions as needed
• Manage supplier lead times, review forecasts from Global Sourcing for long ‑ lead components and maintain active supplier communication to ensure material availability
• Coordinate and escalate material delivery issues appropriately, monitoring supplier performance and participating in defined operational forums
• Maintain accurate planning and scheduling master data to support reliable production planning
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, including Logistics, Engineering, Production, Quality, and Finance, to ensure timely material clearance and resolution of invoice or booking issues related to materials
• Ensure raw material inventory levels align with defined targets while supporting uninterrupted production line operations
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Associates degree (preferred)
• 3+ years of experience in Supply Chain Management or Logistics Management
• 1 years of experience in an international Supply Chain position (preferred)
• Strong knowledge of supply chain functions
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office platforms (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel – medium to advanced level) and SAP MRP
• Fluent written and spoken English; Spanish language skills are desirable
• Responsible, structured, and independent work approach
• High level of reliability, ownership, and ability to work collaboratively in a team
• Ability to confidently handle changing challenges and quickly adapt to new situations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
• Flexibility to adapt to complex situations
• Ability to make sound decisions, escalate issues appropriately and coordinate daily tasks effectively
• Flexibility to work overtime and weekends
• Ability to travel domestic and international locations to project sites and on business as required with the ability to obtain a passport.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in Supply Chain Management and Logistics, with a strong focus on material procurement, inventory optimization, and supplier relationship management. Proficient in SAP MRP and Microsoft Office, with the ability to analyze data and communicate effectively across teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Supply Chain Management
• SAP MRP Proficiency
• Material Procurement
• Analytical Problem-Solving
• Supplier Relationship Management

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Supply Chain Functions
• Material Flow Management
• Inventory Optimization
• Lean Manufacturing Knowledge
• Continuous Improvement

Soft Skills

• Excellent Communication
• Negotiation Abilities
• Collaborative Teamwork
• Adaptability to Change
• Reliability and Ownership

Industry Keywords

• Material Procurement
• Logistics Management
• Supplier Performance Monitoring
• Production Planning
• International Supply Chain

Tools & Technologies

• SAP
• Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel)