Material Planning Specialist
Join a growing manufacturing organization supporting highly engineered products.
About Our Client
Our client is an established manufacturer serving highly regulated industries that demand precision, quality, and operational excellence. With a strong focus on innovation and customer satisfaction, the organization designs and manufactures specialized products for domestic and international markets.
Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Review demand forecasts, production schedules, and inventory requirements to develop material plans.
- Maintain appropriate inventory levels while reducing shortages and excess stock.
- Partner with purchasing teams to generate purchase requisitions and support timely order placement.
- Monitor supplier performance, delivery schedules, and lead times, expediting critical materials when necessary.
- Maintain accurate planning parameters and data within ERP/MRP systems.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient material flow throughout production.
- Identify supply chain risks and support corrective actions to minimize disruptions.
- Prepare and analyze reports covering inventory status, shortages, and planning performance metrics.
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
The Successful Applicant
Ideal Candidate:
- 3+ years of experience in material planning, supply chain, purchasing, or inventory management within a manufacturing environment.
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations Management, or a related discipline.
- Strong understanding of ERP and MRP systems.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel and data analysis capabilities.
- Experience supporting regulated manufacturing industries is preferred.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
What's On Offer
What's To Offer:
- Competitive salary starting at $73,000 annually.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) plan with company matching.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
- Life insurance and Employee Assistance Programme.
- Paid time off and company-supported benefits.
- Full-time, onsite position based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
- Relocation to the local area required prior to employment.
Job Summary
Sector: Procurement & Supply Chain
Sub Sector: Supply Planning
Industry: Industrial / Manufacturing
Location: Fort Lauderdale
Contract Type: Permanent