Materials Planner

Materials PlannerElyria, OHCome build something that matters.It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World™. Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of approximately 43,500 diverse and high-performing professionals globally who are making their mark on some of the world's most beloved brands, including DEWALT®, BLACK+DECKER®, CRAFTSMAN®, STANLEY®, CUB CADET®, and HUSTLER®.The JobThe Material Planner is responsible for developing, coordinating, and maintaining production plans that align customer demand, material availability, and manufacturing capacity. This role ensures efficient production scheduling, supports on-time delivery, manages supply and capacity constraints, and drives cross-functional coordination to maintain operational continuity.Align production plans with material availability, labor capacity, machine capacity, and business priorities.Monitor and manage hot parts, material shortages, and supplier-related constraints that may impact production.Coordinate with procurement, manufacturing, logistics, customer service, and quality teams to resolve supply and scheduling issues.Prioritize production orders to support customer commitments, service levels, and business objectives.Review and adjust schedules in response to changes in demand, equipment downtime, quality issues, or supply disruptions.Track inventory levels for raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods to support continuity of supply while minimizing excess inventory.Analyze capacity utilization and identify bottlenecks, constraints, and opportunities for improved throughput.Support recovery planning and escalation processes for critical shortages, delayed deliveries, and line-impacting issues.Maintain planning parameters and ensure ERP/MRP system data accuracy to support effective scheduling and replenishment.Monitor key performance indicators such as schedule attainment, on-time delivery, backlog, inventory health, and past due orders.Drive continuous improvement in planning processes, communication, and execution discipline.The PersonYou love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You're not intimidated by innovation. Wouldn't it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good? In fact, you embrace it. You also have:Experience in production planning, supply chain, materials planning, or manufacturing operations preferred.Experience working in an ERP/MRP-driven environment.Experience coordinating across operations, procurement, and supplier teams.Strong planning, scheduling, and organizational skillsAnalytical problem-solving abilityKnowledge of inventory management and capacity planningStrong communication and cross-functional coordination skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environmentProficiency in ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft ExcelAttention to detail and sense of urgencyAPICS/ASCM certification is a plusExperience in a high-volume or multi-site manufacturing environmentFamiliarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement practicesKey Performance MeasuresOn-time delivery performanceSchedule attainmentBacklog reductionInventory accuracy and healthMaterial availabilityResponse time to shortages and schedule disruptionsCore CompetenciesDecision-makingCollaborationAccountabilityAdaptabilityCustomer focusOperational excellenceThe DetailsYou'll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan, including:Medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off and tuition reimbursement.Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.And MoreWe want our company to be a place you'll want to be – and stay. Being part of our team means you'll get to:Grow: Be part of our global company with 20+ brands to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.Learn: Have access to a wealth of learning resources, including our Lean Academy, Coursera® and online university.Belong: Experience an awesome place to work, where we have mutual respect and a great appreciation for.Give Back: Help us continue to make positive changes locally and globally through volunteerism, giving back and sustainable business practices.What's more, you'll get that pride that comes from empowering makers, doers, protectors, and everyday heroes all over the world. We're more than the #1 tools company. More than a driving force in outdoor power equipment. More than a global leader in industrial. We're visionaries and innovators. As successful as we've been in the past, we have so much further to go. That's where you come in. Join us!This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship (H1B, OPT/CPT, TN etc).The Salary range for this position is $62,200.00 - $100,200.00This is the lowest to highest annual full-time salary range we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. The salary offered within the range may vary depending on multiple factors including job level, geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience and in compliance with local wage requirements. Please note that salary is only one component of total rewards at Stanley Black & Decker. ?The salary range listed in this job posting reflects the range for the primary location specified. The salary range may vary for other locations.?The successful candidate may be eligible for annual merit increases. ?Medical, dental, life, vision, disability,401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well-being. ?Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tool sand other partner programs.