Material Planner

Silvus Technologies•Culver City, CA

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

Silvus Technologies is seeking a Material Planner for its Operations – Supply Chain team. Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, the position coordinates material availability to support production schedules, customer requirements, and On-Time Delivery (OTD) goals. The role works across Supply Chain, Production, Shipping, Quality, and Sales to provide timely visibility into material availability, delivery risks, and order fulfillment status. The successful candidate will be organized, able to work independently, and comfortable managing competing priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while communicating and collaborating with vendors and internal stakeholders. The position is based at Silvus Technologies’ warehouse in Culver City, California, and follows a hybrid schedule requiring at least three days onsite each week: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Duties may be assigned or reassigned at management’s discretion.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 2 years of experience in planning, procurement, or logistics.
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and follow-up skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Ability to work independently and take ownership in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work well with all levels of the organization.
Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident) because the role supports clients under U.S. federal contracts.
Employment is contingent on successfully completing a background check and drug test.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or Mathematics.
Knowledge of BOM structures, MRP/ERP systems, and manufacturing planning processes.
Experience using ERP/MRP systems in a manufacturing environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and procurement reporting tools.

Responsibilities

Coordinate with production, planning, purchasing, logistics, and customer service to align material availability with customer demand and production schedules.
Track incoming shipments and follow up proactively on delayed or at-risk deliveries with buyers, suppliers, and freight carriers.
Monitor material requirements and inventory levels to minimize production disruptions and support On-Time Delivery goals.
Work with buyers to identify and communicate supply shortages, scheduling conflicts, and delivery delays; escalate critical issues to the Supply Chain Manager as needed.
Participate in team meetings to review priorities, risks, and action plans.
Maintain planning reports, delivery schedules, and material status updates to support timely delivery of materials for production and customer shipments.
Use ERP/MRP and internal planning tools to make informed decisions about material availability.
Support continuous improvement initiatives related to planning, purchasing, inventory management, and supplier performance.
Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies, quality standards, and operational procedures.
Perform other related duties.