Materials Planning Coordinator (Hybrid)

Oregon Tool • Oregon, IL

8d • $53,000 - $59,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Under limited supervision, responsibilities include product line production scheduling, releasing purchase orders to suppliers for assigned SKUs, creating and releasing production orders to manufacturing, rescheduling orders, and expediting orders from suppliers and manufacturing departments as needed. Duties also include implementation of bill of material changes and new product introductions, controlling RIP/WIP and finished goods inventory levels according to demand and inventory targets. Works with Transportation to ensure timely flow of inbound and outbound freight. Works with customer service to prioritize and expedite production schedule.

Requirements

• 3+ years of planning, procurement, or supply chain experience.
• A two‑ or four‑year degree in Business, Operations, or equivalent hands‑on expertise.
• Confident using Microsoft Office (especially Excel) to analyze and present data.
• Experience navigating ERP systems such as SAP to manage inventory, planning, and procurement activities.
• Highly organized, flexible, and customer‑focused professional who digs into data, prioritizes effectively, and makes sound decisions that drive quality, accuracy, and results.
• Clear, confident communicator and team player who thrives in fast‑paced, globally connected environments—taking initiative, embracing learning, and continuously looking for ways to improve performance and outcomes.

Nice To Haves

• APICS (CPIM/CSCP) certification is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Own work order and purchase order execution from planning through completion—aligning material availability, capacity, and schedules to keep production running on time and on target.
• Act as the primary point of contact for assigned suppliers—releasing, expediting, rescheduling, and resolving PO issues to meet demand, quality, and delivery commitments.
• Translate SIOP and ERP planning signals into action by maintaining accurate master data, monitoring safety stock, lot sizes, and priorities, and ensuring schedules stay synchronized across systems and the shop floor.
• Support ECOs, new product launches, special projects, and issue resolution (returns, discrepancies, rejections) with speed, precision, and clear communication across internal teams and external partners.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits available on day one (no waiting period)
• 401k matching (100% of first 3%, 50% of next 3% = 4.5% match on 6% contribution)
• Retirement Savings Plus Plan
• Earn up to 120 hours vacation during your first year of service
• Paid holidays
• One paid Community Involvement Day available per calendar year
• Tuition reimbursement program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree