Associate Material Planner

trane technologies•Greenville, SC

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Material Planner supports the execution of material planning activities to help ensure continuity of supply, efficient inventory management, and alignment with production needs. This role is responsible for running daily reports, supporting MDI report-outs including data analysis, coordinating with suppliers on inbound shipments, following global inventory planning processes, and contributing to problem-solving and continuous improvement efforts.

Requirements

High school diploma
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to interpret data and generate actionable insights
Effective written and verbal communication and coordination skills
Strong attention to detail and organizational ability
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other standard business systems
Ability to work collaboratively across functions and with external suppliers
Ability to work effectively in a team environment

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with Oracle preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Support daily material planning operations to ensure timely availability of materials
Run, review, and maintain daily reports related to material availability, inventory, and planning performance
Monitor inventory levels, replenishment signals, and planning parameters to support material availability
Support MDI report-out activities by gathering, organizing, and analyzing relevant data
Coordinate with suppliers regarding inbound shipments to help ensure on-time delivery
Support resolution of invoices, receipts, shipments, or supplier delivery discrepancies as needed
Follow established global inventory planning processes, procedures, and standards
Identify material shortages, delivery risks, or planning issues and escalate as appropriate
Assist in problem-solving efforts to address supply chain and inventory-related challenges
Analyze planning and inventory data to identify trends, issues, and opportunities for improvement
Support cycle count, inventory reconciliation, or materials accuracy activities
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including procurement, operations, logistics, and suppliers
Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance planning accuracy, material flow, and inventory performance
Maintain accurate records, reports, and planning documentation