The Production Materials Planner is responsible for managing the flow of materials to ensure that the production process is supported with the appropriate quantity and quality of raw materials, components, and supplies. This role involves coordinating with suppliers, production teams, and inventory management to ensure materials are available to meet production schedules while optimizing inventory levels, minimizing waste, and reducing costs.

Duties and Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Proficient in Production Materials Planner duties plus
• Analyze production schedules, sales forecasts, and inventory levels to determine material requirements for production.
• Create and maintain material planning records, including bills of materials (BOM), lead times, and reorder points.
• Monitor supplier performance and address issues related to quality, delivery delays, or discrepancies.
• Monitor and manage inventory levels to avoid both shortages and overstock situations.
• Coordinate the periodic physical inventory counts and ensure accuracy between actual stock and system records.
• Collaborate with the production team to align material availability with production schedules and timelines.
• Work with other departments such as engineering, quality control, and logistics to resolve any material or production issues.
• Respond quickly to changes in production schedules or unplanned downtime to ensure material availability.
• Track supplier performance regarding lead times, cost, and quality, and work to resolve any issues that arise.
• Assist in evaluating and selecting new suppliers or alternative materials when necessary.
• Monitor material usage and report on trends to identify potential issues with supply or inventory.
• Prepare and present regular reports on material availability, inventory levels, and production progress.
• Use ERP systems or other software to generate and analyze data related to material planning and inventory.
• Identify areas for improvement in the materials planning process, inventory management, or supplier relations.
• Recommend and help implement process changes that increase efficiency and reduce costs.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings to ensure alignment on material needs, production schedules, and overall goals.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• ASCM (Certified in Production and Inventory Management - CPIM) or equivalent certification.
• Other continued education can be used in lieu of the ASCM certification.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in production planning, materials management, or supply chain roles.
• Proven experience working with ERP/MRP systems.
• Experience in manufacturing or a related industry is highly desirable.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies preferred
• Knowledge of advanced planning and scheduling techniques (APS, JIT, etc.)
• Familiarity with global supply chains and internation sourcing preferred

Competencies

• To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
• Optimizes Work Processes: Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Decision Quality: Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
• Business Insight: Applies knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organizations goals.
• Strategic Mindset: Sees ahead to future possibilities and translates them into breakthrough strategies.
• Collaborates: Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Drives Results: Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work beyond 40 hours per week may be required.

Cirrus is dedicated to a drug free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, religion, pregnancy, veteran status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, receipt of public assistance, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Our Benefits: Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits, including:

• 401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5 after 90 days, with 100 vesting.
• Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options.
• Free Health Tracking: With rewards for meeting health goals.
• Generous PTO: 120 + hours accrued within the first year.
• Employee Referral Bonus: For referring talented candidates.
• Career Development: Tuition reimbursement and professional growth opportunities.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access to partner and marketplace discounts.
• Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations.

These benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and enjoyment at Cirrus!