Material Planner

Acuity

. Analyze and interpret the Supply Plan by comparing planned requirements against actual orders .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeAtlanta • Georgia • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Materials Planning and Supply Chain Management, with a strong focus on inventory optimization, data analysis, and effective communication. Proficient in utilizing Oracle for material requisitions and MRP systems to ensure efficient supply chain operations.

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Materials PlanningSupply Chain ManagementOracle ExperienceLean Manufacturing PrinciplesInventory Optimization

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisMaterial Requisition ManagementKanban SystemsMRP SystemsInventory Management

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationProblem-SolvingAnalytical AbilitiesOrganizational SkillsExecution Skills

Tools & Technologies

Oracle

Industry Keywords

Supply ChainLogisticsProcurementLean ManufacturingISO Orders

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Oracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze and interpret the Supply Plan by comparing planned requirements against actual orders
Submit material requisitions through Oracle based on actual material requirements
Maintain and update Kanban loops using the Standard Deviation Kanban Formula
Ensure MRP and Kanban items remain within required safety stock levels
Analyze material consumption, inventory levels, and supply requirements
Create ISO (Internal Sales Orders) and internal orders, monitoring delivery and fulfillment
Manage material planning categories, Inter-Division Sourcing Rules, and related parameters
Make pull-in and push-out decisions for material requisitions based on Supply Plan requirements
Monitor and track materials on hold or in quarantine associated with ISO orders
Coordinate phase-in, phase-down, and phase-out activities related to engineering changes
Support new product introductions, product transfers, and Engineering Change Orders (ECOs)
Participate in and support inventory reduction initiatives
Administer and monitor installed rack capacity
Maintain inventory levels within established healthy ranges

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Logistics, or a related field
Advanced English skills
3 to 5 years of experience in Materials Planning, Supply Chain, Procurement, or related manufacturing functions
Approximately 3 years of experience in a relevant manufacturing or industrial environment
Knowledge of procurement and material planning processes
Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles
Knowledge of Kanban and MRP systems
Supply Chain knowledge, including logistics, imports, and exports
Inventory optimization and service-level management
Data analysis and maintenance
Experience with Oracle for managing material requisitions and inventory records
Strong execution and problem-solving skills
Effective communication skills
Analytical and organizational abilities
Ability to optimize inventory levels while maintaining service requirements
Ability to occasionally exert up to 10 pounds of force; position primarily involves sitting, with occasional walking or standing

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employer
Reasonable accommodations in the application process for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans
Travel requirements of 0–25%