Sr. Materials Planner
$78,100–$79,560 year
On-siteFarmington, Connecticut, United States
Job Summary
Review daily MRP requirements, develop material plans aligned with production schedules, and create purchase orders to ensure material availability. Monitor supplier deliveries, expedite materials as business needs change, and resolve shortages by coordinating recovery plans with suppliers and internal stakeholders. Maintain inventory levels through cycle counts and safety stock management while ensuring purchased materials meet quality standards. Partner with Production, Purchasing, Warehouse, Engineering, and Customer Service to support delivery commitments and continuous improvement initiatives.
Required Qualifications
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, Engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience in Materials Planning, Purchasing, Procurement, Inventory Planning, Supply Chain Planning, or Manufacturing Materials Management.
- Experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience using ERP/MRP systems.
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Epicor, MAC-PAC, or similar platforms.
- APICS/ASCM certification or related coursework.
- Experience managing supplier relationships and delivery performance.
- Experience supporting inventory control, shortage resolution, and production planning.
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes, material planning, and supply chain operations.
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