Materials Planner Jobs in Texas

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.

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Demand/Inventory Planner

  • The Colony, TX
  • 16 hours ago
  • The Colony, TX
  • 16 hours ago

Overview Every moment of every day, people all over the world turn to Panasonic to make their lives simpler, more enjoyable, more productive and more secure. Since our founding almost a century...

Buyer and Supply Chain Planner

  • El Paso, TX
  • 23 hours ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 23 hours ago

What will you do? Define and update the parameters of supply and stock management including ramp-up & ramp-down to achieve the target service level while reducing unhealthy stock and express cost....

Warehouse and Raw Materials Coordinator - 365497

  • Austin, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 1 day ago

OverviewAs a Raw Materials and Warehouse Coordinator, you will contribute to the success of PepsiCo by ensuring all inventory is reconciled, with a focus on cost efficiency, continuous improvement...

Senior Supply Chain Planner

  • Austin, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 1 day ago

See what youre missing. Our employees work on the worlds most advanced electronics from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and...

Production Planner - Houston, TX

  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago

Production Planner - Houston, TX Konecranes Houston, TX Why you should apply for a job to Konecranes : We offer our employees a wellness program which could potentially mean free premiums and zero...

Buyer & Materials Planner

  • El Paso, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 1 day ago

Eaton's ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a Buyer & Materials Planner. The position will be based at our facility in El Paso, Texas....

Supply Planner

  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago

Coordinate with regional supply planning on long term strategic actions and process improvement....

Materials Planner II, Purchasing

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago

The Materials Planner II is responsible for all requirements of a Material Planner I, which include ensuring the continuity of supply of raw and/or packaging materials to production facilities as Purchasing's...

Manufacturing/Production Scheduler

  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago

JOB SUMMARY & PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Location: Houston TX Shift: 1st Pay Rate: DOE The Manufacturing / Production Scheduler serves as the scheduler/planner for our rotating machinery...

Raw Materials Planner

  • Houston, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 4 days ago

Raw Materials Planner Houston, Texas, United States | Posted: 3/3/2025 Indotronix is seeking a Raw Materials Planner for a Job Opportunity in Madison AL Job Title: Raw Materials Planner Location: Madison...

Master Production Scheduler

  • Denton, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Denton, TX
  • 4 days ago

A glimpse at the job: POWERED BY TEAMWORK. Are you ready to be part of a team that drives big ideas and even bigger wins? At Safran, we believe in the power of both collaboration and individual...

Production Scheduler

  • Austin, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 4 days ago

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing defense autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations for the Department of Defense (DoD)...

Supply Chain Planner

  • Austin, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 4 days ago

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing defense autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations for the Department of Defense (DoD)...

Production Planner, Manufacturing Operations

  • Houston, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 5 days ago

Collaborate with production and material planners to ensure timely task completion and maintain healthy inventory levels....

Production Planner

  • Rosenberg, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Rosenberg, TX
  • 5 days ago

Job ID: 508132 Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is the leading provider of outdoor living solutions in North America with an award-winning portfolio that enables customers to Live Well Outside....

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Salary for Materials Planner Jobs in Texas

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

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Materials Planners in Texas 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 in Texas
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%


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