Material Planner

MAPAL Dr. Kress KG

. Monitor material availability for production and customer orders across Port Huron, MI and Fountain Inn, SC .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in materials management and inventory planning within a manufacturing environment, with proficiency in SAP and strong analytical skills to optimize supply chain processes. Capable of effective communication and collaboration across cross-functional teams while managing priorities in a dual-location setting.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Materials ManagementSAP Master Data MaintenanceInventory PlanningAnalytical Problem-SolvingCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Materials ManagementInventory PlanningSAP (PP/MM Modules)Blueprint ReadingMachining/Tooling TerminologyBOM CreationOperational Material PlanningKPI AnalysisCosting CoordinationTechnical Documentation Management

Soft Skills

Strong Analytical SkillsExcellent OrganizationTime-Management SkillsStrong Verbal CommunicationCustomer Focus

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeZmagento

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing EnvironmentCutting Tool IndustryMake-to-Order OperationsSupply ChainLogistics

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Monitor material availability for production and customer orders across Port Huron, MI and Fountain Inn, SC
Process and resolve material-related exception messages (MD06) and shortages
Ensure availability of raw materials, PCD tips, carbide rods, purchased components, and externally processed materials
Coordinate with Production Control to prevent production delays caused by missing materials
Source alternative carbide rod and identify tip substitutes when standard materials are unavailable
Execute operational material planning and disposition activities for both locations
Maintain inventory levels aligned with business and customer requirements
Monitor demand, supply, and inventory trends and support inventory optimization initiatives
Prepare and analyze inventory, shortage, and material-availability KPIs
Work with Procurement to expedite materials and external services and escalate supplier delivery issues and shortages
Coordinate external coating and processing services
Work with Shipping on purchase order creation and support approved sourcing alternatives
Create and maintain BOMs, routers, material masters, and lead times in SAP
Create and extend material numbers in Zmagento; verify revision levels and maintain accurate SAP planning data
Match tools with routers and collect BOM material for production orders
Support new material and product setup, including P-Blanks file updates and costing coordination with Germany
Support conversion of sales orders into planned and production orders
Review TET projects and special customer requirements with Customer Service
Create NACH, FOC, non-conforming, and rework orders; process TECO for individual orders
Coordinate repair planning and service-order activities; review service notes
Support OPT router creation, follow-up, and investigation across departments
Manage technical documentation, including drawings, travelers, and laser marking
Analyze performance and prepare reports and spreadsheets for management review
Investigate cost and machine-time variances and correct order costing errors
Collaborate with Customer Service, Purchasing, Production Control, Engineering, and Logistics
Communicate material-related risks affecting production schedules or customer deliveries
Participate in daily and weekly production meetings at each site as needed
Participate in cross-functional projects and perform additional responsibilities as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

2–4-year degree, desired (Technical/Vocational — Metal Machining, Drafting, Engineering, Supply Chain/Logistics) and/or equivalent experience
Experience in materials management, disposition, or inventory planning within a manufacturing environment (Make-to-Order/specials operation preferred)
Working knowledge of SAP (PP/MM modules) master data maintenance
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Technical understanding of manufacturing processes, blueprint reading, and machining/tooling terminology
Cutting tool industry experience a plus
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; structured, data-driven approach to decision-making
Excellent organization and time-management skills; able to manage priorities across two locations
Strong verbal and written communication skills; comfortable coordinating remotely and traveling between sites
Strong work ethic; self-motivated, independent, and capable of making decisions
Customer focused; ability to work cooperatively across cross-functional teams
Willingness to travel regularly between Port Huron, MI and Fountain Inn, SC
Collaboration with other functions across the supply chain; Customer Centric; Continually seeking improvements to process; Responsibility and accountability; Honesty and openness

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefit eligibility and vesting that start on your 1st day with us (Medical, vision, dental, STD, LTD, 401k)
Opportunities for career development
Training here and abroad
Tuition reimbursement
Wellness programs
Market competitive salary