Material Supply Planner

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. Run the supply plan for assigned components, converting demand forecasts and production requirements into material requirements .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeRemote • New ZealandMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in supply planning and materials management within hardware or electronics manufacturing, focusing on inventory control, purchase order management, and supplier relationship management. Strong analytical skills and effective communication are essential for resolving supplier issues and ensuring on-time delivery.

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Supply Planning ExperienceMaterials Requirements PlanningPurchase Order ManagementSupplier Relationship ManagementInventory Control

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Hard Skills

Materials Requirements PlanningPurchase Order ManagementInventory ControlSupply Chain ManagementDemand Forecasting

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsClear CommunicationOwnershipProblem-SolvingJudgment

Industry Keywords

Hardware ManufacturingElectronics ManufacturingContract ManufacturerFactory SchedulingSupplier Performance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Run the supply plan for assigned components, converting demand forecasts and production requirements into material requirements
Place, manage, and track purchase orders; ensure confirmations, schedules, and early risk flagging
Run clear-to-build checks before each production build and lead shortage recovery
Build relationships with suppliers and contract manufacturers to expedite and resolve delays
Resolve persistent supplier problems such as slipping lead times and recurring shortages
Manage component inventory to protect production while limiting tied-up cash; maintain inventory settings
Plan supply for engineering changes and new product introductions, including cut-in timing, last-time buys, and write-off reduction
Maintain reporting on supply coverage, on-time delivery, supplier performance, and inventory position
Work alongside Hardware operations, Production, and Supply Chain teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Supply or materials planning experience in a hardware or electronics manufacturing environment, including owning supply for a set of components or suppliers
Strong grasp of material requirements planning, purchase order management, inventory control, and how demand turns into supply requirements
Experience working with a contract manufacturer, including understanding factory scheduling, available levers, and escalation
Supplier relationship management with planners, factory leads, and account managers
Strong analytical skills and ability to build independent analysis
Strong ownership and follow-through
Clear, direct communication
Ability to handle difficult conversations with honesty and good judgement about when to escalate
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Benefits

Comp & perks

$1,000 personal growth fund
Autonomy, mastery, and learning opportunities
Diverse and inclusive workplace
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Opportunities to work on interesting problems and master new skills