Strategic Material Planner & Scheduler II

Paligen Technologies, Inc.; Garland (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Paligen Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Materials Planner/Scheduler II to develop and execute production and materials planning aligned with customer demand.

You will balance inventory, schedules, and on-time delivery while coordinating with suppliers, production, logistics, and engineering. The role emphasizes analyzing demand trends, monitoring supply risks, and driving efficiency across the supply chain.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a related field such as Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering or Business.
• 3–5 years of experience in supply chain planning, production planning, or materials management in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical skills with forecasting, inventory control and data-driven decisions.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems; Excel skills required.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic production setting.
• Must be a US Person.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule master production based on forecasts, orders, and capacity.
• Maintain MRP to ensure accurate demand signals and timely replenishment.
• Monitor schedule adherence and adjust plans for demand changes or constraints.
• Optimize inventory levels balancing cost and schedules.
• Reduce excess/obsolete inventory through proactive planning.
• Track inventory trends to improve accuracy and forecast stability.
• Collaborate with procurement to ensure material availability and mitigate risks.
• Maintain lead times and safety stock.
• Identify and resolve supply shortages, delays, and quality issues.
• Work with production, engineering, quality, and logistics to support daily operations.
• Communicate schedule changes and demand fluctuations to internal stakeholders.
• Support continuous improvement and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Maintain planning parameters in ERP/MRP and generate reports.
• Use data to monitor KPIs like forecast accuracy, OTIF, and inventory turns.
• Generate insights to support decision-making.

Skills

Forecasting

Inventory control

ERP/MRP systems

Excel

Data-driven decision-making

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/ related field

Tools

Deltek Costpoint ERP

Job description

Paligen Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Materials Planner/Scheduler II to develop and execute production and materials planning aligned with customer demand.

You will balance inventory, schedules, and on-time delivery while coordinating with suppliers, production, logistics, and engineering. The role emphasizes analyzing demand trends, monitoring supply risks, and driving efficiency across the supply chain.