Materials Planner II-III

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2200 Menelaus Pike

Materials Planner II-III

What starts with YOU, moves the world! Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, a world-class manufacturer of industrial lift trucks, has an outstanding opportunity for an exceptional and talented Materials Planner II-III based at our Berea, KY manufacturing facility.

• Plan, release, and manage material schedules to align with production needs and support on‑time builds.
• Track supplier performance by monitoring delivery dates, acknowledgements, shortages, and quality issues; take proactive action to prevent delays.
• Review inventory levels daily, adjusting for demand changes, lead times, safety stock, and early shipments to control excess and prevent stockouts.
• Analyze data related to materials, suppliers, and inventory to identify risks, trends, and opportunities to improve cost, delivery, and material flow.
• Communicate material status, shortage risks, and recovery plans with production, purchasing, logistics, engineering, and other internal teams.
• Support material readiness for engineering changes, new product introductions, and process updates to ensure seamless transitions with no production disruptions.
• Participate in supply‑chain improvement projects, including Kanban, vendor‑managed inventory (VMI), consignment, and other inventory‑optimization efforts.

• Manage materials planning across multiple plants, regions, or product families with a larger and more complex scope.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for significant supplier issues and high‑impact material constraints.
• Lead broader supply‑chain improvement initiatives that align with regional or business‑unit goals.

• Strong organizational and time‑management skills, with the ability to juggle competing priorities.
• Clear and confident communication, especially when coordinating across multiple teams.
• Data‑driven decision‑making, using facts and trends to guide actions.
• A continuous‑improvement mindset, always looking for better ways to streamline the flow of materials.
• Calmness under pressure, especially during shortages, supplier delays, or urgent production demands.

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2 years of experience in a materials, supply‑chain, or manufacturing environment
• High school diploma and a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 4 years of experience in materials planning, supply chain, or a related manufacturing discipline.

• Proficiency using MRP/ERP systems (e.g., AS400, PRMS, SAP, or similar).
• Solid understanding of material scheduling, demand planning, and inventory control.
• Ability to work confidently with spreadsheets, data analysis tools, and standard office software.
• Experience collaborating with suppliers and cross‑functional teams to resolve material or delivery issues.

• Advanced experience with MRP/ERP systems and strong Excel proficiency for data analysis and reporting.
• Working knowledge of lean material‑flow practices, including Kanban, consignment, and demand‑flow environments.
• Strong product and component knowledge developed through hands‑on experience within manufacturing.
• Familiarity with supplier qualification or certification processes.

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc., designs, engineers, manufactures, sells and services a comprehensive line of lift trucks, aftermarket parts and technology and energy solutions that are transforming the way the world moves materials from Port to Home. As a global leader in the materials handling industry, Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, has been building relationships with our customers, suppliers, dealers and employees for over 100 years.

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Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, offers competitive pay, tuition reimbursement, supportive work environment, hybrid work option, and opportunities for growth and development. A full benefits package: paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, employer-sponsored profit sharing and 401(k).

Permanent

Full time

40

1-10%

HY US Berea, KY

2200 Menelaus Pike

40403

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We are an equal opportunity employer with an excellent benefit package including medical, dental and life insurance, 401(k) and profit sharing.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled