Materials Planning Manager

CLARK Material Handling Company•Lexington, KY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

CLARK Material Handling Company, a 100-year-old global leader in the material handling and forklift industry, is seeking qualified candidates to join their team. The Materials Planning Manager will oversee the production materials functions supporting production, supervising material handlers and planners to ensure a smooth and efficient flow of materials within the OEM factory. This role involves coordinating the receiving, storage, and delivery of materials to the production line, as well as material requirement planning. The position also ensures adherence to quality standards, safety regulations, and company policies. This role has a broad cross-functional impact on the entire CLARK Manufacturing Plant and is responsible for executing the Production Plan as a company strategy. The manager actively participates in planning and managing decisions related to inventory investment, master scheduling, production scheduling, material handling, material procurement, and customer service. Communication and contact with outside suppliers are key elements in representing CLARK. The Materials Planning Manager is responsible for the accuracy and validity of the Material Requirement Planning System, with system monitoring having a significant impact on component inventory investment.

Requirements

Four-year degree or equivalent in Business Management or related field with at least four years experience in materials management in a manufacturing environment OR at least 5-10 years of experience in materials management in a manufacturing environment
Knowledge of MRP/ERP, visual management, shop floor flow, and order management systems
Must demonstrate leadership, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
Must be authorized to work in the US indefinitely.

Nice To Haves

Prior supervisory experience
LEAN manufacturing experience

Responsibilities

Schedule and coordinate the receiving, storage, and line delivery of materials to meet production requirements and minimize cost.
Monitor inventory performance to prevent line stoppage and minimize excess stock or obsolete waste.
Utilize ERP/MRP platforms (like Baan, PRMS) to ensure planning data, Bill of Materials (BOM) integrity, and replenishment strategies are accurate.
Direct and control supplier deliveries, forecasts, and material flow to match production rate.
Manage inventory investment for ongoing production.
Recruit, train, and coach a team of material planners, production materials team, and supply chain specialists, setting performance objectives and evaluating metrics.
Drive process improvement to reduce line stoppage, part shortages, delays, and errors.
Lead safety, quality, and productivity actions to achieve production targets.
Optimize material flow and parts storage through continuous improvement.
Ensure workers have adequate training and knowledge of safety procedures.
Determine the need for additional labor to meet production goals.
Recommend changes to equipment or processes to improve efficiency and productivity.
Support company policies and demonstrate concern for the success of the business.
Show effective concern for the quality of all output and the needs, concerns, and priorities of all customers, both internal and external.