Materials Planning Specialist
Full-time
Industrial Electric Mfg. (IEM)
At IEM, we’re not just building innovative electrical distribution systems, we’re shaping the future. IEM is dedicated to delivering world-class solutions for complex power needs. After 75 years, we continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting out, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute, grow, and make a lasting impact on industries that power the world’s most dynamic markets.
Position Summary
The Materials Planning Specialist is responsible for planning and managing material requirements to support production schedules, ensuring optimal inventory levels while minimizing carrying costs and preventing material shortages.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain material requirements planning (MRP) for production schedules
- Analyze demand forecasts and production plans to determine material needs
- Generate and release purchase requisitions and work orders for materials
- Monitor inventory levels and establish reorder points and safety stock levels
- Coordinate with suppliers and purchasing to ensure timely material delivery
- Resolve material shortage issues and expedite critical items
- Manage slow-moving and obsolete inventory
- Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams on material specifications
- Conduct analysis to optimize inventory investment and turnover
- Maintain accurate bill of materials (BOM) and routing information
- Track supplier performance metrics including on-time delivery and quality
- Participate in new product introduction and material qualification processes
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field preferred
- 3-5 years of materials planning or supply chain experience
- Strong proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar)
- Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
- Knowledge of inventory management principles and lean manufacturing concepts
- Strong Excel skills including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and data analysis
- APICS certification (CPIM or CSCP) preferred
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Why Join IEM
At IEM, you’ll join a team that powers some of the world’s most ambitious projects. We’re engineers, makers, and problem-solvers who thrive on tackling complex challenges and delivering solutions that keep industries moving forward. If you’re driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you. Your creativity and passion can help us achieve great things—come be part of the journey.
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