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Material Planner

Material Planner

Red Frog SolutionsPhoenix, AZ, US
3 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Material Planner

Phoenix, AZ (On-Site) $29 $35 Per Hour

Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision) Simple IRA with company match Paid Time Off & Paid Sick Leave 7 Paid Holidays

We're looking for a Material Planner to support our production schedule by ensuring parts, components, and materials arrive on time and in full. This role manages purchase orders, monitors supplier deliveries, resolves discrepancies, and maintains accurate data within our ERP / MRP system. You'll work closely with suppliers, finance, and internal operations teams to keep inventory flowing smoothly and prevent production delays.

Qualifications :

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 25 years of experience in material planning, procurement, or supply chain operations
  • Proficiency with ERP / MRP systems and Excel
  • Familiarity with lean manufacturing or logistics operations (preferred)
  • Strong understanding of purchasing processes and supplier management
  • Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities :

  • Issue, manage, and track purchase orders based on demand and planning requirements
  • Confirm supplier acknowledgments, lead times, and delivery commitments
  • Monitor vendor shipments and proactively resolve delays or shortages
  • Communicate material issues, delays, or quality concerns to internal stakeholders
  • Coordinate return-to-vendor (RTV) actions for defective or excess materials
  • Maintain accurate PO, receipt, and supplier data within ERP / MRP / QuickBooks
  • Collaborate with Finance to resolve blocked invoices and delivery discrepancies
  • Generate reports on open orders, supplier performance, and material shortages
  • Expedite materials when needed to support on-time production
  • Support continuous improvement efforts across purchasing and supply chain operations
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