Supply Chain Materials Planner

This role is a Contract to Hire role, located in Newtown, PA.

Reporting directly to the Director of Supply Chain & Operations Logistics Operations, the Supply Chain Materials Planner will play a critical role in driving operational efficiency and cost optimization across freight, excess & obsolete (E&O) inventory, and warehouse operations. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, data-driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to contribute to strategic sourcing and logistics initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Freight Spend Optimization

• Analyze freight invoices and shipping data to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Collaborate with logistics providers to negotiate rates and improve service levels.
• Monitor carrier performance and recommend changes based on KPIs (on-time delivery, cost per shipment, etc.).
• Support mode optimization and consolidation strategies to reduce transportation costs.

Inventory Management

Warehouse Efficiency

Qualifications

Education

Experience

Technical Knowledge

Proficiency in systems like Dynamics 365, NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or Epicor for inventory and procurement planning

Strong command of Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs), Power BI, and Salesforce for reporting and demand planning

Understanding of MRP, BOM structures, SKU-level planning, and lifecycle management

Familiarity with SIOP (Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning) or similar integrated planning processes, aligning demand, supply, and inventory planning to support business objectives.

Skills

Ability to interpret large datasets and translate insights into actionable strategies for cost reduction and efficiency gains.

Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional collaboration with planning, finance, and warehouse teams.

Proactive in identifying root causes of inefficiencies and implementing corrective actions.

Capable of managing multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Exposure to Lean Six Sigma or Kaizen methodologies is advantageous.