Supply Planner

SBM Life Science Corp•Cary, NC

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

SBM Life Science is hiring a Supply Planner in Cary, North Carolina, to coordinate manufacturing activities from production planning through finished-goods availability. The role helps ensure products are manufactured on time, materials are available when needed, and inventory is effectively managed. It works with contract manufacturers, suppliers, and internal teams to coordinate schedules, anticipate challenges, and develop solutions that keep the supply chain moving. The Supply Planner translates master production plans into weekly manufacturing schedules while balancing demand forecasts, inventory targets, material availability, and production capacity. The position supports manufacturing execution and inventory accuracy, and analyzes production timing, capacity, inventory, and working capital to identify efficiency improvements. The role also monitors planning and operational performance measures and recommends improvements to strengthen supply chain performance. The position is full-time and hybrid. SBM Life Science describes its business as developing products and solutions for lawns, gardens, and outdoor spaces, and emphasizes teamwork, continuous improvement, and employee contributions.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or a related field.
At least 5 years of experience in supply planning, production planning, or materials management within a manufacturing environment.
Hands-on experience with production scheduling, purchasing, inventory management, and material requirements planning (MRP).
Proficiency with ERP systems, including manufacturing and inventory transactions.
Strong Excel skills, including data analysis and scenario modeling.
Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
A proactive approach, strong attention to detail, and the ability to take ownership of priorities and deliver results.

Responsibilities

Translate master production plans into weekly manufacturing schedules, balancing demand forecasts, inventory targets, material availability, and production capacity.
Coordinate production schedules with contract manufacturers, secure manufacturing capacity, monitor commitments, and adjust plans as business needs change.
Plan raw material and component requirements, issue purchase orders, monitor supplier deliveries, and proactively resolve shortages.
Manage ERP production transactions, including work orders, completed production, and raw material and component consumption.
Monitor raw material and finished-goods inventory, investigate discrepancies, and coordinate reconciliations across assigned production locations.
Analyze production timing, capacity, inventory levels, and working capital requirements to identify opportunities for improved efficiency.
Monitor key planning and operational performance measures, identify challenges, and recommend improvements to strengthen supply chain performance.