Material Planning Analyst
About The Position
The Material Planning Analyst is an individual contributor role that reports to a Supply Chain or Material Planning leader. This role exists to strengthen visibility, accountability, and response time across material planning activities that support production continuity. In the first 12 months, this person will own reporting, risk monitoring, shortage resolution support, and data integrity improvements that help reduce material disruptions and improve planning accuracy. Success will be measured by timely risk escalation, reliable KPI reporting, stronger cross-functional alignment, and improved confidence in material planning data. A strong candidate will gain hands-on exposure to production-critical planning decisions in an electric vehicle manufacturing environment where their analysis directly supports plant execution and operational performance.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- 3 years of experience in material planning, supply chain analysis, or related manufacturing planning function.
- Experience supporting material planning, inventory control, or production supply requirements in a manufacturing environment.
- Advanced Excel skills and ability to work with reporting tools, data sets, and planning systems.
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently to perform the essential duties of the position, including understanding work instructions, safety procedures, and job-related communications.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience in automotive, electric vehicle, or high-volume manufacturing environments.
- Proficiency with Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems or similar software; SAP experience preferred.
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing techniques and continuous improvement practices.
- Demonstrated success partnering across Supply Chain, Manufacturing, QA/QC, Packaging, and Material Flow teams.
Responsibilities
- Monitor reports and indicators of potential inventory risk, identify root causes, and communicate resolution paths that help protect production schedules.
- Develop and maintain KPIs and reporting tools that give Manufacturing and Production Control clear visibility to risks, categories, countermeasures, and timing.
- Serve as a liaison between material follow-up, material planning, and LOC operations to resolve plant material shortages and support timely part availability.
- Prepare and manage reports that support Supply Chain analysis of supplier performance and enable informed escalation or corrective action.
- Audit and monitor data across material follow-up and transportation systems to improve planning accuracy and reduce preventable disruptions.
- Coordinate with external departments to resolve shortage issues, including deviation requests and stock transfers across multiple usage points.
- Establish, monitor, and maintain inventory levels across multiple locations by tracking theoretical consumption, actual replenishment orders, and system improvement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
