Materials Planning Specialist

Industrial Electric Manufacturing•Jacksonville, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

At IEM, we’re not just building innovative electrical distribution systems, we’re shaping the future. IEM is dedicated to delivering world-class solutions for complex power needs. After 75 years, we continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting out, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute, grow, and make a lasting impact on industries that power the world’s most dynamic markets. Position Summary: IEM is currently seeking a Materials Planning Specialist, MRS for our Jacksonville, FL location and will report into the Material Replenishment Supervisor. The Materials Planning Specialist, MRS will play a key role in establishing and refining the material replenishment strategies that support IEM Jacksonville’s lean production system. This individual will be responsible for designing and implementing material flow processes aligned with principles such as Kanban, PFEP, JIT, and FIFO. Ownership of any changes, updates, or continuous improvements to the PFEP, material flow strategy, or replenishment system falls within the MRS team, and this role will be central to building out that ownership model and workflow to clearly define responsibilities between the MRS team and operational execution on the floor. This role will also serve as a cross-functional liaison among Production, Supply Chain, and Fabrication to ensure successful adoption and execution of these systems. This position offers the opportunity to lead the foundational buildout of lean materials processes and develop broad operational knowledge in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Please note: This position requires 100% in-office presence in our Jacksonville, FL offices and does not offer remote work.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or a relevant degree program
1 to 4 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with exposure to materials management, operations planning, or production support; internships or co-op experience will be considered
Foundational understanding of lean principles such as 5S, value stream mapping, Kanban, and PFEP
Experience working with ERP systems (Infor preferred) and material tracking solutions
Effective communication and project management skills with an ability to collaborate across multiple departments
Demonstrated initiative and drive to improve processes, with a willingness to learn and grow into a larger leadership role

Responsibilities

Design, pilot, and implement lean material replenishment systems including Kanban, PFEP, JIT, and visual replenishment strategies
Develop and maintain point-of-use (POU) inventory solutions to reduce material travel and downtime
Collaborate closely with Production, Fabrication, Planning, and Warehouse teams to align material delivery processes with work center needs
Lead regular reviews and kaizen events to identify gaps and drive standardization
Work with warehouse and production staff to improve part staging and kitting processes in support of work center schedules
Ensure accurate ERP transactions, drive cycle count integrity, and support real-time inventory visibility
Serve as a champion for lean transformation efforts related to materials flow and planning
Develop and standardize visual management tools to support tiered daily management
Train key personnel on lean material systems and practices
Document standard work and facilitate knowledge transfer across shifts and departments