Materials Planner Jobs

A Materials Planner in the logistics industry is responsible for ensuring the appropriate and timely supply of materials needed in the production process. They are tasked with forecasting material needs, inventory control, overseeing purchase orders, and coordinating with suppliers, among other duties. They play a crucial role in maintaining production schedules and minimizing downtime due to material shortages. A Materials Planner also needs to identify potential issues in the supply chain and develop contingency plans to avoid any disruptions. Accuracy, efficiency, and the ability to work under pressure are key to this role.

Important skills for a Materials Planner include excellent analytical abilities, strong organizational skills, and a keen understanding of supply chain management. Proficiency in database management and spreadsheet software is also essential. As for certifications, a Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) certification is beneficial. Prior roles that provide relevant experience for a Materials Planner might include Inventory Coordinator, Purchasing Agent, or Supply Chain Analyst.

1-15 of 1,112 Jobs

Seasonal Manpower Production Scheduler

  • Ontario, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Ontario, CA
  • 1 day ago

Primo Brands is a leading branded beverage company in North America with a focus on healthy hydration. We are proud to offer an extensive and iconic portfolio of highly recognizable, sustainably...

Senior Production Planner (Aerospace Industry)

  • Nedrow, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Nedrow, NY
  • 3 days ago

Superior Metals Manufacturing is currently looking for a Senior Production Planner to join our team! As a Senior Production Planner, you will be responsible for coordinating the preparation and...

RiteScreen

Materials Coordinator

Are you a skilled professional with expertise in inventory management, purchasing, and materials control? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where organization, attention to detail, and...

Materials & Inventory Planner - SFO Hub

  • Burlingame, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • Burlingame, CA
  • 10 days ago

Job Title: Materials & Inventory Planner - SFO Hub Job Location: San Francisco-USA-94010 Work Location Type: On-Site Salary Range: $16.47 - 25.74 per hour About us LSG Sky Chefs is one of the...

Material Planner

  • Merrifield, VA
  • 10 days ago
  • Merrifield, VA
  • 10 days ago

Description We are excited to announce our opening for a Material Planner on our Materials Management team in our Reston, VA location!...

Production Scheduler

  • Parkston, SD
  • 27 days ago
  • Parkston, SD
  • 27 days ago

Trailmanor, an RV manufacturer, is seeking a Full Time Production Scheduler. Duties include but are not limited to planning and organizing production schedules, ensuring customer orders are...

Production Planner

  • Loudon, NH
  • 3 hours ago
  • Loudon, NH
  • 3 hours ago

Production Planner Loudon, NH 03307 United States Category Production Planner Greenhouse Information Technology Industry Horticulture Manages Others No Experience Required Yes Pay From $20.00 To...

Production Planner

  • Dallas, NC
  • 3 hours ago
  • Dallas, NC
  • 3 hours ago

Masis Professional Group is assisting a client company that uses injection molding technology in searching for a Production Planner in Dallas, North Carolina. Position is temp-to-perm with a...

Production Scheduler - R102147-3948

  • Rockford, IL
  • 3 hours ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 3 hours ago

management software Intermediate Proficiency with Microsoft Suite - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Dynamics [AX & D365] Experience operating in an ERP system, particularly in the MRP module (D365 preferred...

Production Planner

  • Gulfport, MS
  • 3 hours ago
  • Gulfport, MS
  • 3 hours ago

Interfaces with material planners and customer service to ensure accurate deliveries. Data entry into SAP. Make SAP adjustments....

Production Planner - Part Time

  • Binghamton, NY
  • 3 hours ago
  • Binghamton, NY
  • 3 hours ago

Triple Cities Metal Finishing Production Planner - Part Time in Binghamton , New York 18-24 per hour Weekly Pay! | 69-93 Eldredge Street, Binghamton, NY, USA | Hourly | Part Time C.H. Thompson is...

Production Planner

  • Geneva, NY
  • 4 hours ago
  • Geneva, NY
  • 4 hours ago

Production Planner Location(s) Geneva, New York Company Guardian Glass Career Field Operations & Manufacturing Job Number 169707 Your Job Guardian Glass is looking for a Production Planner to join...

Materials Coordinator

  • Fort Dodge, IA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Fort Dodge, IA
  • 4 hours ago

Materials Coordinator Location(s) Fort Dodge, Iowa Company Gia-Pacific Career Field Operations & Manufacturing Job Number 169711 Your Job Gia-Pacific in Fort Dodge, Iowa is seeking a qualified...

Material Coordinator

  • Boulder, CO
  • 5 hours ago
  • Boulder, CO
  • 5 hours ago

Agilent inspires and supports discoveries that advance the quality of life. We provide life science, diagnostic and applied market laboratories worldwide with instruments, services, consumables,...

Blood Collections Material Coordinator

  • W Henrietta, NY
  • 5 hours ago
  • W Henrietta, NY
  • 5 hours ago

By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest...

Materials Planner Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireLogistics curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Certified Forecaster and Demand Planner (CFDP)
ISCEAs Certified Forecaster and Demand Planners (CFDP) are capable to develop demand plans that adapt to todays rapidly changing business environment while remaining aligned to the companys...
Functional Polymeric Materials
Learn the functional polymers, including chemistry, physics, and biology. Polymers, typically plastics and fibers, are leading materials providing useful and inexpensive items for modern living....
Sorption and transport in cementitious materials
Learn how to study and improve the durability of cementitious materials. In the MOOC: Cement chemistry and sustainable cementitious materials; you learned how to create more sustainable...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job title


Salary for Materials Planner Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireLogistics research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Materials Planner positions.



Highest Education Level

Materials Planners offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.2%
High School or GED
20.4%
Master's Degree
15.3%
Associate's Degree
12.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.3%
Some College
2.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%
Some High School
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Materials Planners
2-4 years
31.1%
1-2 years
23.3%
Less than 1 year
16.8%
6-8 years
9.7%
None
9.0%
10+ years
7.3%
8-10 years
1.8%
4-6 years
1.0%


Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills



Materials Planner Related Career Advice Articles

There are many options when choosing your logistics career path.
Everything You Need to Know to Begin Your Logistics Career Path

Considering a career in logistics? Find out how to find logistics jobs you’ll love and get your logistics career path started on the right foot.

Read article »
Military veteran standing in a warehouse and transitioning to a career in logistics
Leaving the Military? Consider a Job in Logistics

Many vets choose to enter the logistics field and it’s easy to see why: it presents the perfect opportunity to use many skills learned in the armed forces.

Read article »