Supply Management Planner I - Supply Management

EPITEC; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40 hours PTO

Medical insurance contributions

Dental & Vision

Job summary

EPITEC in Dubuque, IA is seeking a Supply Management Planner I to support scheduling, procurement, and inventory management across the supply chain. You will work with suppliers, monitor performance, analyze data, and drive process improvements while maintaining accurate records and reports.

Candidates should have a related degree or relevant experience and strong Excel, analytics, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience in supply chain, procurement, logistics, or material planning.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Excel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Execute supply chain planning activities to support material availability and operational requirements.
• Communicate with suppliers regarding schedule releases and material replenishment.
• Monitor supplier performance and investigate issues, implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Support inventory management, including monitoring and replenishment planning.
• Analyze procurement and supply chain data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Research market conditions, supplier capabilities, and cost drivers to support decisions.
• Assist with contract performance tracking and provide data for negotiations.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to coordinate supply chain initiatives.
• Contribute to process improvements by reviewing operations for efficiency.
• Maintain records, prepare reports, and support logistics systems.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Excel

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in SCM / related field

Tools

ERP

MRP

Inventory systems

Job description

Job Title: Supply Management Planner I

Location: Dubuque, IA

Job Type: 24-month contract, W2

Expected hours per week: 40 hours per week, OT may be required

Schedule: Onsite, Monday-Friday, 7am-3:30pm

Pay Range: $25.00 per hour

Job Description

Position Summary

The Supply Management Planner I is responsible for supporting supply chain planning and material management activities to ensure the timely availability of purchased materials and components. This role works closely with suppliers on scheduling, delivery performance, inventory management, and logistics processes while supporting overall supply chain efficiency. The position assists with supplier performance monitoring, inventory control, procurement activities, and continuous process improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute supply chain planning activities within established systems and procedures to support material availability and operational requirements.
• Communicate regularly with suppliers regarding schedule releases, delivery commitments, and material replenishment requirements.
• Monitor supplier performance and investigate supply or delivery issues, recommending and implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Support inventory management activities, including inventory monitoring, replenishment planning, and verification of material quantities, quality, and availability.
• Analyze procurement and supply chain data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Research market conditions, supplier capabilities, cost drivers, and alternative sourcing options to support strategic decision-making.
• Assist with contract performance tracking and provide data to support supplier negotiations and contract renewals.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to coordinate meetings, actions, and supply chain-related initiatives.
• Contribute to process improvement efforts by reviewing current operations and identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency and performance.
• Maintain accurate records, prepare reports, and support logistics and material management system activities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Logistics, Operations Management, or a related field; or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience supporting supply chain, procurement, inventory management, logistics, or material planning functions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and make recommendations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with ERP, MRP, or inventory management systems.
• Knowledge of procurement processes, supplier management, and logistics operations.
• Understanding of inventory control principles and replenishment planning.
• Experience analyzing supplier performance metrics and supply chain data.

Key Skills

• Supply Chain Planning
• Material Requirements Planning (MRP)
• Inventory Management
• Procurement Support
• Supplier Relationship Management
• Logistics Coordination
• Data Analysis & Reporting
• Cost Analysis & Budget Awareness
• Planning & Organization
• Process Improvement
• Problem Solving
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Verbal and Written Communication

Benefits

• 40 hours paid time off
• medical insurance contributions
• dental vision
• our 401k retirement savings plan available

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