Strategic Materials Planner & Inventory Optimizer

Brewer Science, Inc.; Rolla (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock ownership

401k and bonus plans

Educational assistance & EAP

Job summary

Brewer Science, Inc. is seeking a Materials Planning Specialist to coordinate procurement and inventory to meet production schedules at our Rolla, MO location. The role supports demand forecasting, supplier coordination, and master scheduling to optimize materials use.

Key duties include analyzing supply/demand, maintaining schedules, and collaborating across functions to prevent shortages and improve processes, with emphasis on inventory control and timely delivery.

Responsibilities

• Assist in analyzing supply and demand forecasts and imbalances. Collaborate with other functional groups to prevent material shortages.
• Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Confer with order management to determine customer demand.
• Monitor inventory levels and identify opportunities for optimization. Report issues with material stocking levels, formulas, routings, and recipes.
• Utilize available production planning tools to create and maintain the master production schedule and ensure maintenance and accuracy.
• Prepare and maintain accurate documentation related to materials planning activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address supply chain issues and improve processes.
• Assist in implementing inventory control measures to minimize stockouts and excess inventory.

Job description

Brewer Science, Inc. is seeking a Materials Planning Specialist to coordinate procurement and inventory to meet production schedules at our Rolla, MO location. The role supports demand forecasting, supplier coordination, and master scheduling to optimize materials use.

Key duties include analyzing supply/demand, maintaining schedules, and collaborating across functions to prevent shortages and improve processes, with emphasis on inventory control and timely delivery.