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Material Planner II (Walkersville)
Material Planner II (Walkersville)VIVOS Professional Services, LLC • Walkersville, MD, US
Material Planner II (Walkersville)

Material Planner II (Walkersville)

VIVOS Professional Services, LLC • Walkersville, MD, US
12 days ago
Job type
  • Part-time
Job description

Position : Material Planner II (MRP Planner)

Location : Walkersville, MD

Pay Rate : $25.39 / hr

Schedule : Hybrid 3 days onsite (MonWed), remote (ThuFri)

Overview :

The Material Planner II plays a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless flow of materials to support manufacturing operations. This position requires a proactive and analytical approach to supply planning, coordination, and inventory management within a fast-paced, regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities :

Operational Support

  • Ensure daily material availability by executing and monitoring MRP results.
  • Release purchase requisitions to buyers and coordinate with cross-functional teams to prevent production delays.

Planning Oversight

  • Maintain accurate material master data and planning parameters in SAP ECC.
  • Balance service levels, inventory targets, and demand fluctuations to support both short-term and long-term production goals.

    • Process Improvement

  • Identify opportunities to enhance planning accuracy and streamline communication between Planning, Purchasing, and Quality teams.
  • Reduce waste through data-driven analysis and system optimization initiatives.

    • Problem Resolution

  • Investigate and resolve material shortages, capacity constraints, and exception messages.
  • Escalate critical issues through tiered meeting structures as needed.

    • Cost Management

  • Drive efficient inventory utilization through SMOG (Slow-moving, Obsolete, and Good) analysis, safety stock optimization, and reduction of scrap and obsolescence.

    • Detailed Duties :

  • Review daily MRP results and release purchase requisitions to buyers.
  • Monitor and resolve exception messages in SAP ECC.
  • Set up and maintain detailed material planning parameters in SAP ECC.
  • Collaborate with QA, Purchasing, and Operations to expedite material availability.
  • Track and update KPIs related to material performance and inventory levels.
  • Execute material mobilization and write-off actions to maintain optimal inventory.
  • Conduct discard (SMOG) analyses and implement corrective actions.
  • Review and adjust safety stock and reorder points to maintain high service levels and minimize waste.
  • Track and report on-time material availability, testing, and release for production.
  • Create, review, and maintain SOPs and work instructions.
  • Participate in Quality Management processes including deviations, CAPAs, and change controls.
  • Execute raw material expiration extensions and stock conversions.
  • Support and execute cross-functional or continuous improvement projects as assigned.
  • Provide backup support for production planning when required.
  • Perform other related tasks as assigned.

    • Qualifications :

  • Education : BS or MS in Supply Chain Management or related field.
  • Experience : 510 years of experience in material planning, MRP execution, or supply chain management, preferably in a manufacturing or GMP-regulated environment.
  • Technical Skills :
  • Proficiency in SAP ECC (Material Master, MRP, and Inventory modules).
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to communicate effectively across functions and drive resolution.
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