Material Planner

This is a Fully Remote Job

About Our Client:

The organization operates in the health and fitness industry, providing innovative fitness solutions globally through multiple well-known brands. It addresses the evolving needs of the fitness market by creating quality products and programming that support health and wellness.

About the Opportunity:

The MATERIAL PLANNER role is responsible for coordinating and scheduling material deliveries from suppliers to global warehouses. This position ensures the availability of components to prevent shortages and manages inventory levels to meet customer service and inventory objectives. The role plays a critical part in maintaining supply chain efficiency and supporting production continuity.

Responsibilities:

• Procure production, inventory, and MRO items in a timely and cost-effective manner
• Analyze requisitions for quantity, specifications, and delivery requirements
• Assist in analyzing plan deviations and implementing corrective actions
• Provide supply forecasts to suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Maintain optimal inventory and safety stock levels
• Identify and manage material shortages, including root cause analysis
• Expedite deliveries to meet critical schedules
• Maintain material plans to ensure supply continuity
• Coordinate cross-functionally to resolve delivery issues
• Analyze material and capacity availability to provide customer promise dates
• Maintain item master data and current demand information
• Interface with functional groups to resolve delivery challenges
• Communicate forecasts and replenishment plans to buyers
• Monitor vendor performance and escalate issues as needed
• Communicate and resolve delivery and quality problems
• Maintain ABC classification and ERP input accuracy

Requirements:

• 1-2 years of buying or planning experience
• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of supplier processes and ISO procedures
• Strong customer service orientation and communication skills
• Team-oriented with attention to detail
• Experience with Oracle or relevant ERP software preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Understanding of operations, inventory management, MRP, lean manufacturing preferred
• Familiarity with Kanban and Min/Max systems preferred
• APICS (CPIM) certification a plus

Pay Range and Compensation Package:

• Salary range $65000.00 to $75000.00 annually

Equal Opportunity Statement: Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin.

Note:

TalentHop is a recruitment partner of this role. Please note that all employment decisions, including candidate assessment, interviews, hiring, compensation, and employment terms, are made exclusively by the hiring employer.