Materials Planner

Materials Planner (Contract)

Our client, a leading manufacturer undergoing a financial and systems transformation, is seeking a Materials Planner to support material flow and inventory management during the company's migration from SAP to SAP S / 4 HANA. The Materials Planner will play a critical role in ensuring that raw materials and components are available to meet production schedules, customer demand, and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities :

Plan and manage material requirements to align with production schedules and customer demand.

Coordinate with procurement, suppliers, and production teams to ensure on-time delivery of materials.

Monitor inventory levels, lead times, and safety stock to avoid shortages or excess.

Analyze material usage and forecast requirements to maintain balance between cost and availability.

Support the transition to SAP S / 4 HANA by adapting planning processes and ensuring accurate data migration.

Track supplier performance, resolve shortages or delivery issues, and escalate risks when necessary.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve material planning processes and system accuracy.

Opportunity Highlights :

Key role ensuring supply chain stability during a system transformation.

Requirements :

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).

3+ years of experience in materials planning, supply chain, or production planning within manufacturing.

Strong ERP knowledge (SAP experience preferred; S / 4 HANA a plus).

Strong analytical and organizational skills, with attention to detail.

Ability to work cross-functionally and manage competing priorities.

Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.