Material Planner/Scheduler (Grinnell)

Beacon Search Group has a client in the Butler, IN area seeking a Material Scheduler/Planner. This is a direct hire position with great benefits.

Position Summary

The Material Scheduler / Planner will work closely with suppliers and internal teams including Purchasing, Production, Logistics, and Customer Service to identify potential shortages, manage material schedules, expedite critical components, and support Just-In-Time (JIT) manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze customer releases, forecasts, and production schedules to determine material requirements.
• Generate and maintain supplier schedules through ERP/MRP systems.
• Monitor inventory levels and ensure material availability while minimizing excess inventory.
• Communicate regularly with suppliers regarding delivery schedules, shortages, capacity concerns, and changing requirements.
• Proactively identify supply risks and expedite materials as necessary to prevent production interruptions.
• Adjust material schedules based on customer demand and production changes.
• Partner with Purchasing, Production, Logistics, and other departments to resolve material and supplier issues.
• Maintain planning parameters including lead times, safety stock, minimum order quantities, and reorder points.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies and support cycle counts and physical inventory activities.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on material flow, inventory reduction, and supplier performance.
• Maintain compliance with company quality standards, IATF 16949, and applicable customer-specific requirements.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of material planning, scheduling, or related supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Working knowledge of MRP/ERP systems, production scheduling, inventory management, and supply chain processes.
• Experience managing customer releases and supplier schedules.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations Management, or a related field preferred; equivalent education and manufacturing experience will be considered.