Job Title: Senior Materials Planner Location: Mankato, MN Compensation: $68,000–$92,000 per year (based on experience) Schedule: Day shift | Monday–Friday | 7:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. (flexible based on business needs) Job Type: Direct Hire | Full-timeAbout the Opportunity
Hiring a Senior Manufacturing Planner for a manufacturing company in Mankato, MN. This role will own the production plan for fabrication working closely with the shop floor, and managing real-time changes across materials, capacity, and demand. This position is ideal for an experienced manufacturing planner who enjoys hands-on problem solving, working closely with production teams, and making real-time decisions to keep operations running. What You’ll Do as a Senior Manufacturing Planner:
Develop and manage detailed production schedules aligned with the Master Production Schedule (MPS)
Translate customer forecasts and orders into executable production and material plans
Identify capacity constraints, material shortages, and schedule risks; recommend solutions
Coordinate with manufacturing, purchasing, and sales to support production execution
Monitor material availability and adjust schedules based on demand or supply changes
Maintain accurate ERP/MRP data including BOMs, lead times, and inventory parameters
Track key KPIs such as schedule adherence and on-time delivery and recommend improvements
What You Need to Bring:
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years of materials or production planning experience in a manufacturing environment
Strong knowledge of MPS, MRP, and capacity planning principles
Experience working within ERP/MRP systems
Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify risks and make data-driven decisions
Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally
APICS/ASCM certification (CPIM, CSCP) or S&OP/IBP experience preferred
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A comprehensive benefits package supports employees’ health, financial wellness, and professional growth. This includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with life and disability insurance for added financial protection. Employees can plan for the future with a Health Savings Account (HSA) and 401(k), while an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP) provides additional support. Opportunities for tuition reimbursement, continuing education, and career development encourage growth, while community volunteering options and a generous paid time off plan promote a healthy work life balance.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Mankato, MN
Salary
$68,000–$92,000 Per Year
Skills
APICS Certificationunmatched
Analysis Skillsunmatched
Bill of Materials (BOM)unmatched
Business Operationsunmatched
Capacity Managementunmatched
Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)unmatched
Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM)unmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Cross-Functionalunmatched
Demand Forecasting/Planningunmatched
ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
Forecastingunmatched
Manufacturingunmatched
Master Production Scheduleunmatched
Materials Planningunmatched
Materials Trackingunmatched
Performance Metricsunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Production Planningunmatched
Production Scheduleunmatched
Production Supportunmatched
Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
Risk Analysisunmatched
Sales & Operations Process (S&OP)unmatched
Sales Supportunmatched
Schedule Developmentunmatched
Supply Chainunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
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