Material Planner (Electronics Manufacturing)

Material Planning AnalystLocation: Austin, TX (100% Onsite) Compensation: ~$80,000 base + 5% bonusOverviewWe are seeking a Material Planning Analyst to support production and customer delivery through effective material planning, ERP management, and cross-functional coordination. This role is focused on true material planning within a custom OEM manufacturing environment, with a strong preference for experience in electronics manufacturing.This position works closely with a key customer account and requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage material readiness to meet production and delivery commitments.Key ResponsibilitiesExecute day-to-day material planning activities to support production schedules and customer demandAnalyze and manage MRP/ERP outputs to ensure accurate supply planning and material availabilityCoordinate with customers, purchasing, and production teams to ensure clear-to-build statusMaintain and update bill of materials (BOMs), item master data, and planning parametersMonitor and track material shortages, excess, and inventory levels; drive corrective actions as neededGenerate and manage purchase orders based on demand and forecast requirementsSupport customer-owned/consigned inventory and material flowUse Excel to analyze data, track metrics, and support reporting needsIdentify and resolve data integrity issues within ERP and planning systemsAssist with engineering change orders (ECOs), deviations, and new product introductions (NPI)Communicate risks, delays, or supply issues proactively to internal teams and customersRequired Qualifications1+ year of material planning experience (must be true planning, not purely analytical/reporting roles)Experience in a manufacturing environment (electronics or custom OEM strongly preferred)Hands-on experience with ERP/MRP systemsStrong Excel skills for data analysis and reportingExperience working directly with customers and cross-functional teamsUnderstanding of BOMs, inventory management, and supply planning conceptsPreferred QualificationsExperience in electronics manufacturing or EMS environmentsExposure to consigned materials or customer-owned inventory modelsFamiliarity with ECOs, NPI, and supply chain risk managementWhat We're Looking ForA hands-on material planner who can translate demand into actionable supply plansStrong communicator comfortable managing a primary customer relationshipDetail-oriented with a focus on data accuracy and executionAbility to operate effectively in a fast-paced, production-driven environment