Material Planner

Position Summary

We're seeking a Material Planner - Hydraulics to help strengthen our supply chain operations and ensure materials are available when and where they're needed most. In this role, you'll manage material forecasts, maintain accurate SAP data, and work closely with Production, Purchasing, and Engineering to keep operations running smoothly.

You'll play a critical role in improving on-time delivery, reducing shortages, and optimizing inventory levels as our production volumes continue to grow. This position offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on performance, efficiency, and customer satisfaction while contributing to a culture focused on continuous improvement, collaboration, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and forecast material requirements using SAP and other analytical tools to support short- and long-term production planning.

• Collaborate with Production and Purchasing teams to maintain continuous material flow across all product categories.

• Maintain accurate inventory records and reconcile SAP data with physical stock to ensure data integrity and traceability.

• Develop and manage inventory strategies to minimize shortages and excess, improving working capital and reducing carrying costs.

• Analyze demand and supply trends to provide data-driven recommendations that enhance planning accuracy and efficiency.

• Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Procurement, and Operations to align material availability with new product launches, production schedules, and sales forecasts.

• Create and maintain key supply chain KPIs and dashboards to measure and communicate performance across the organization.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in material management processes to support Lean and data-driven operations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).

• 3+ years of experience in material planning, production scheduling, or supply chain management within a manufacturing environment.

• Proficiency with SAP (or similar ERP) systems and data analysis tools.

• Strong analytical and organizational skills with an ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement principles.

• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach to problem-solving.