Strategic Materials Planner – Demand, Inventory & ERP

Valmont Industries, Inc.; Columbus (NE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401k

PTO

Life insurance

Disability

Work-life support

Tuition reimbursement

Voluntary programs

Job summary

Valmont Industries, Inc. in Columbus, Nebraska is seeking a Materials Planner to ensure accurate material demand in the ERP system and to support site build schedules.

You will partner with central purchasing and site operations, review requisitions, and manage on-hand inventory while maintaining strong internal relationships. The role requires 4+ years in MRP, manufacturing experience, and CPSM/CPIM certifications.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience with a focus on MRP systems.
• 2+ years in a production/manufacturing environment or a material role.
• ISM (CPSM), APICS (C.P.I.M.) Certified Purchasing Manager or Certified Professional in Inventory Management Certification or equivalent.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment, building relationships with all levels of employees.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple simultaneous priorities and meet aggressive deadlines.
• Attention to detail and accuracy while working in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines.
• A strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Outlook

Responsibilities

• Review purchase requisitions for accuracy (item, quantity, date).
• Assign available on-hand material to satisfy demand.
• Procure items from other Valmont facilities to satisfy demand.
• Process requisitions for Senior Category Buyer if new material is required.
• Monitor estimated delivery and communicate to stakeholders.
• Maintain inventory accuracy with shop personnel and others.
• Participate in lean initiatives and improvements to reduce costs.

Skills

MRP systems

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Education

CPSM

CPIM

Certified Purchasing Manager

Certified Professional in Inventory Management

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Valmont Industries, Inc. in Columbus, Nebraska is seeking a Materials Planner to ensure accurate material demand in the ERP system and to support site build schedules.

You will partner with central purchasing and site operations, review requisitions, and manage on-hand inventory while maintaining strong internal relationships. The role requires 4+ years in MRP, manufacturing experience, and CPSM/CPIM certifications.