Strategic Supply & Inventory Planner

Primient; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 69,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Primient is seeking a Specialist, Supply & Inventory Planner to align short-term production plans with forecasts, orders and inventory targets across our US facilities. The role collaborates with Supply Chain Planning, Sales, Customer Service, and Operations to ensure on-time delivery.

You will manage material shipments, optimize FIFO, and monitor KPIs while working with ERP/MRP systems such as SAP. A strong data-analysis capability and cross-functional communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum education: high school diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 3+ years experience in supply chain, production planning, purchasing, or customer service.
• Proficient with large data sets in Excel and Access required.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP preferred) and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage production schedules for facilities to meet target inventories based on the Consensus Demand Plan and made-to-order products, accounting for downtime.
• Schedule shipments of base materials to meet monthly production and demand plans; coordinate import materials to support replenishment in North America.
• Monitor KPI performance and respond to ATP sales orders to achieve timely order fulfillment.
• Oversee warehouse inventories to maintain FIFO, address shortages and resolve blocked or aging materials.
• Identify risks affecting production or inventory levels and escalate as needed.
• Coordinate with Demand Planning and Product Managers to ensure alignment with monthly targets.
• Approve customer orders based on availability, forecast, and lead times.
• Collaborate with Customer Service and Sales to resolve quantity or delivery issues.

Skills

Excel

Access

SAP

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics or related field

Tools

ERP / MRP systems

Job description

Primient is seeking a Specialist, Supply & Inventory Planner to align short-term production plans with forecasts, orders and inventory targets across our US facilities. The role collaborates with Supply Chain Planning, Sales, Customer Service, and Operations to ensure on-time delivery.

You will manage material shipments, optimize FIFO, and monitor KPIs while working with ERP/MRP systems such as SAP. A strong data-analysis capability and cross-functional communication are essential.