Junior Material Planner

Key Responsibilities

• Execute material planning activities based on customer demand, production schedules, forecasts, and inventory requirements.
• Support planning and coordination of raw materials and purchased components to ensure uninterrupted production operations.
• Analyze demand data using SAP and planning tools to determine material requirements and replenishment needs.
• Monitor inventory levels and maintain optimal stock availability while minimizing excess inventory.
• Coordinate with suppliers for purchase order confirmations, shipment schedules, delivery commitments, and issue resolution.
• Track inbound logistics activities to ensure timely delivery of materials to manufacturing locations.
• Maintain accurate planning, inventory, and procurement-related data within SAP systems.
• Identify material shortages, supply constraints, and delivery risks and escalate issues proactively.
• Support inventory reconciliation, stock monitoring, and material availability tracking activities.
• Ensure compliance with internal planning procedures, supply chain processes, and customer delivery requirements.
• Collaborate with procurement, logistics, warehouse, and production teams to improve supply chain efficiency.
• Prepare planning reports, inventory status updates, and material availability analysis.
• Assist in continuous improvement initiatives focused on planning accuracy, inventory optimization, and operational excellence.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for material shortages and supply disruptions.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Hands-on experience working with SAP MM or similar ERP systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel including Pivot Tables, Lookups, reporting, and data analysis.
• Knowledge of MRP (Material Requirements Planning) concepts and planning methodologies.
• Familiarity with demand planning, forecasting, replenishment planning, and inventory optimization techniques.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline.
• 2-5 years of experience in Material Planning, Supply Planning, Inventory Management, Production Planning, or Supply Chain operations.
• Strong understanding of material planning, inventory control, procurement processes, and supply chain operations.
• Experience monitoring inventory levels, material availability, and production requirements.
• Experience coordinating with suppliers for order tracking, shipment follow-ups, and material delivery management.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret planning and inventory data.
• Understanding of logistics, warehousing, and inbound supply chain processes.
• Experience maintaining master data and planning information within ERP systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and mitigate supply risks.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work effectively with global teams and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and process compliance.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced supply chain environment.