Materials Planner

SUMMARY We are looking for a detail-oriented individual to join Nature’s Bakery team as a Material Planner. This role involves both material planning and supply chain management to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement and delivery of materials. The ideal candidate will have experience in planning material requirements, understanding production schedules, and inventory management to meet operational needs. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Supply Planning: Work closely with cross-functional teams to use forecasted finished goods needs and create the material plan using lead times and inventory levels. Material Requirement Planning (MRP): Analyze and manage material requirements to ensure uninterrupted production. Create and maintain MRP reports to track material requirements. Vendor Management: Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials, manage lead times, and maintain a reliable supplier base. Production Support: Ensure the timely availability of materials required for production by coordinating with manufacturing and logistics teams. Risk Management: Identify and mitigate supply chain risks by monitoring supplier performance, market trends, and disruptions in the supply chain forecast. Inventory Optimization: Work to optimize inventory levels, ensuring the availability of materials without overstocking. Use data to improve accuracy and reduce waste. Collaboration with Production: Work closely with production and operations teams to ensure smooth execution of the production schedule, adjusting material requirements as needed. Collaboration with Procurement: Collaborate with the procurement department to ensure timely sourcing of materials at competitive costs. Problem-solving: Address and resolve any supply chain issues, such as delays, shortages, or excess stock, with proactive solutions. QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfy each essential duty. The following list that follows is representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required: Strong understanding of supply chain processes, inventory control, and material management. Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP S4) and MRP software. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Excellent communication skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively. Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel for data analysis. EEO We are committed to an inclusive workplace where diversity in all its forms is championed. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and we are an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. Privacy Policy Mars and its family of brands is committed to transparency and responsibility in how we handle the personal data entrusted to us by our customers and consumers. To learn more about our privacy policy please follow this link .

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