Strategic Materials Planner: Optimize Inventory & Supply

ebm-papst Inc.

Farmington (CT)

On-site

USD 78,100 - 79,560

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

ebm-papst Inc. in Farmington, CT is seeking a Materials Planner to ensure material availability, balance inventory, and meet production schedules.

The role reviews MRP requirements, issues purchase orders, and monitors supplier deliveries to maintain efficient operations. You will collaborate with Purchasing, Production, Warehouse, Quality, Engineering, and Customer Service to optimize supplier performance and material flow, focusing on cost, quality, and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
Minimum of three (3) years in Materials Planning or related roles.
Experience in a manufacturing environment and ERP/MRP systems.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Review daily MRP requirements and planning action messages to ensure material availability.
Develop and maintain material plans aligned with production schedules and customer demand.
Monitor material flow, identify potential supply risks, and coordinate corrective actions.
Maintain planning parameters and master data within the ERP/MRP system.
Develop delivery schedules based on production requirements.
Create, process, and maintain purchase orders to support production requirements.
Monitor supplier commitments, open purchase orders, and delivery performance.
Expedite or de-expedite materials as business requirements change.
Develop and maintain effective supplier relationships to improve delivery, quality, and responsiveness.
Support purchasing decisions using total cost of ownership principles.