Material Planner

CONAGRA•Omaha, NE

4d•$63,000 - $93,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the Director, Material Planning, you will determine order quantities and timing for raw materials to support the master production schedule. You will initiate purchase orders, monitor supplier performance, and resolve supply issues to support uninterrupted production. You will leverage strong system proficiency and a continuous improvement mindset to improve material planning processes and data accuracy.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, or a related field
Three or more years of experience in material planning, supply chain, or a manufacturing environment
Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office, including Excel and Teams
Strong analytical skills with the capacity to interpret data, solve problems, and make sound decisions
Continuous improvement mindset and effective system utilization
Experience working cross functionally and with external suppliers
Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment

Responsibilities

Review material requirements planning transactions within SAP and convert purchase requisitions into purchase order
Ensure timely ordering and delivery of raw materials to support production schedules
Monitor open purchase orders, follow up with suppliers on past‑due deliveries, and update delivery dates in SAP
Monitor inbound transportation for Conagra‑managed lanes and ensure purchase order details align with actual deliveries
Maintain accurate master data for raw materials, including lot sizes, lead times, and safety stock levels
Track and optimize raw material inventory levels to reduce working capital while preventing shortages
Run and analyze system reports, including open purchase orders, inventory aging, and open requisitions, to create purchase orders and resolve discrepancies
Support material transitions and manage inventory for new or modified materials
Collaborate with plant operations, quality, research and development, and procurement to address material quality, service issues, and supply disruptions
Lead or support corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives related to material supply and system usage
Champion adoption of new planning technologies and process standardization
Participate in training and development to remain current on system enhancements and best practices
Ensure proper documentation and record‑keeping for all material transactions