Material Planner

Unusual Machines•Orlando, FL

About The Position

As a Material Planner at Unusual Machines, you will be responsible for ensuring the right products and materials are available at the right time, in the right quantities, to support both our manufacturing operations and e-commerce/media-driven demand. Sitting at the intersection of purchasing, material planning, and inventory management, you’ll play a critical role in keeping our supply chain running smoothly in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. This role is ideal for someone who is analytical, detail-oriented, and highly organized, but also adaptable and proactive. You thrive in a manufacturing environment while collaborating cross-functionally with suppliers, production, engineering, operations, and marketing teams to align inventory and materials with demand—especially around product launches, production schedules, and content-driven spikes.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in manufacturing purchasing, materials planning, and/or supply chain roles
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, forecasts, and production requirements
Experience with inventory planning, forecasting, and purchase order management and building strong supplier relationships
Proficiency in ERP or MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Epicor, or similar)
Advanced Excel or Google Sheets skills (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis)
Strong understanding of inventory planning concepts (safety stock, reorder points, demand planning)
Excellent communication skills, attention to detail and supplier coordination abilities
Ability to manage multiple SKUs, suppliers, and priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication skills and supplier coordination abilities

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Experience in consumer electronics, hardware, or e-commerce manufacturing environments
Understanding of international sourcing, logistics, and supplier networks
Familiarity with lean manufacturing and supply chain best practices
Experience in high-growth or startup environments
Interest in drones, robotics, or emerging technology

Responsibilities

Reviewing inventory levels and forecasting demand across product lines and production requirements
Planning and procuring materials to support production schedules and customer demand
Creating and managing purchase orders with domestic and international suppliers
Monitoring inbound shipments and adjusting plans based on delays, constraints, or changes
Communicating with vendors on lead times, pricing, and order status
Coordinating with production, engineering, quality, warehouse, and logistics teams
Supporting new product introductions (NPI) by ensuring material readiness
Updating ERP/MRP systems with accurate purchasing, forecasting, and inventory data
Manage demand forecasts based on historical data, sales orders, and production schedules
Plan and execute purchase orders to maintain optimal inventory and support manufacturing operations
Analyze material requirements across product lines and ensure alignment with production schedules
Monitor supplier performance, lead times, quality, and order accuracy
Track inbound shipments and proactively resolve delays or supply chain disruptions
Manage supplier relationships including pricing negotiations, delivery schedules, and performance
Optimize inventory turns while minimizing stockouts, shortages, and excess inventory
Identify and mitigate supply chain risks including long lead times and supplier constraints
Partner cross-functionally with production, engineering, marketing, and logistics teams
Identify cost reduction opportunities through supplier negotiation, alternate sourcing, and value engineering
Provide reporting and analysis on purchasing, inventory levels, and supply chain performance
Continuously improve purchasing, planning processes, and system utilization