Strategic Materials Planner for Production & Supply Chain

ebm-papst; Farmington (CT); On-site; USD 78,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ebm-papst in Farmington, CT is seeking a Materials Planner to ensure material availability for production while maintaining optimal inventory levels and supplier performance. You will review MRP requirements, plan materials, issue purchase orders, monitor deliveries, resolve shortages, and partner with cross-functional teams to meet production schedules and customer delivery commitments.

The role requires a degree in a related field and at least 3 years in materials planning, with strong ERP/MRP

Qualifications

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent experience.
• At least 3 years in materials planning or related supply chain roles.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment and ERP/MRP usage.
• Excellent analytical, organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review daily MRP requirements to ensure material availability.
• Develop and maintain material plans aligned with production schedules.
• Create and maintain purchase orders to support production requirements.
• Monitor supplier deliveries and performance; expedite as needed.
• Collaborate across functions to meet production and delivery goals.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Verbal and written communication

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

SAP

Oracle

Epicor

MAC-PAC

Job description

ebm-papst in Farmington, CT is seeking a Materials Planner to ensure material availability for production while maintaining optimal inventory levels and supplier performance. You will review MRP requirements, plan materials, issue purchase orders, monitor deliveries, resolve shortages, and partner with cross-functional teams to meet production schedules and customer delivery commitments.

The role requires a degree in a related field and at least 3 years in materials planning, with strong ERP/MRP