Supply Chain Material Planner Seymour CT 2026 Thule Inc Seymour Thule is looking for a Supply Chain Material Planner. Candidate will be responsible for materials required for production including MRP materials requirements planning materials MRO materials repair and operations items. This role ensures that materials are sourced delivered and available for production. RESPONSIBILITIES Execute MRP functions by creating confirming and expediting purchase orders Manage supply levels and maintain real-time visibility of inventory Coordinate transportation and delivery of materials from international and local suppliers according to Purchase Orders and Distribution Orders Work closely with suppliers brokers and freight forwarders to ensure timely and cost-effective deliveries Collaborate with various departments to ensure materials are available for new product launches and support the transition of work from procurement to operations Run forecast and open purchase order reports and discuss with suppliers to prevent interruptions in supply Work with the finance department to resolve any invoice discrepancies related to material purchases Facilitate communication between suppliers and internal teams to address quality issues and engineering changes ensuring product specifications and quality standards are met Conduct supplier visits when necessary to ensure alignment on production needs quality standards and delivery schedules Maintain updated purchase order dates based on the latest supplier confirmations to ensure real-time visibility for production and customer service teams Report on key performance indicators KPIs related to supply chain performance and material availability providing reports to management Assist Director of Operations with additional tasks and projects as required to improve material flow and supply chain process REQUIREMENTS Minimum 5 years of experience in supply chain management material planning in manufacturing environment procurement and inventory control Strong ability to analyze data solve problems and make informed decisions based on inventory and material requirements Excellent communication skills both written and verbal with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external suppliers Experience using ERP systems preferably M3 Excel and other reporting tools for tracking inventory order management and supply chain performance Familiarity with MRP systems and the ability to integrate them with daily planning activities Proactive mindset with a willingness to experiment with new tools processes and ideas to improve material planning and supply chain efficiency Certification in Supply Chain Management e.g. APICS CPIM or CSCP a plus Thule believes in strong teamwork both within your own team but also across teams. We strive to be an open and curious organization sharing our knowledge and inspiring one another. Within Thule you will find people who have a passion for the products we make and the outdoor company we are. We share the same values and we like to have fun. All of our employees have a joint responsibility to maintain that spirit and contribute to it. Thule offers a Competitive Salary Health & Wellness Benefits 401k and generous time off benefits Thule is a global sports and outdoor company. We offer high-quality products with smart features and a sustainable design that make it easy for people across the globe to live an active life. Under the motto Bring your life - and with a focus on consumer-driven innovation and long-term sustainability - we develop manufacture and market products within the product categories Sport & Cargo Carriers roof racks roof boxes and carriers for transporting cycling water and winter sports equipment and rooftop tents mounted on a car Active with Kids & Dogs car seats strollers bike trailers child bike seats and dog transport RV Products awnings bike carriers and tents for RVs and caravans and Bags & Mounts backpacks luggage and performance mounts. Thule Group has about 3000 employees at nine production facilities and 35 sales offices worldwide. The Groups products are sold in 138 markets and in 2025 sales amounted to SEK 104 billion. www.thulegroup.com City Seymour Connecticut Country United States Reference number 202611 Published Jun 23 2026 Last application date Jul 23 2026 Login and apply