Manager, Material Planning

Company Overview: DEUTZ is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of innovative drive systems. Its core competencies are the development, production, distribution and servicing of diesel, gas and electric drive trains for professional applications used in construction equipment, agricultural machinery, material handling equipment, stationary equipment, commercial vehicles, rail vehicles and other applications.

Location: Norcross

The Material Planning Manager is responsible for leading all material planning activities across DEUTZ business units, including Engines – Value Add, Service – Xchange, Aftermarket, and DEUTZ Power Centers. This role oversees demand planning, inventory management, material availability, master data integrity, and supplier performance to ensure uninterrupted operations and high customer service levels. The position serves as the process owner for planning functions, drives KPI development and reporting, supports strategic supply chain initiatives, and collaborates closely with internal departments, vendors, customers, and global supply chain teams.

Additionally, the role provides leadership and team development through coaching, performance management, stakeholder alignment, and continuous improvement efforts focused on fill rate, inventory health, backlog reduction, freight optimization, and overall supply chain performance.

• Lead material planning activities across all DEUTZ business units, ensuring material availability to support customer demand and operational requirements.
• Own and continuously improve material planning processes, including demand planning, forecasting, inventory management, shortage resolution, shipment tracking, and supply chain communication.
• Develop, monitor, and report key performance indicators (KPIs), including fill rate, supplier backlog, customer backlog, inventory health, remanufactured versus new parts utilization, and freight costs.
• Manage inventory strategies to optimize stock levels, improve inventory accuracy, minimize obsolescence, and support overall business objectives.
• Maintain and oversee master data integrity, including parts setup, planning parameters, and system data required for effective supply chain execution.
• Coordinate with suppliers and sourcing partners to support material availability, resolve supply issues, monitor vendor performance, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders including Purchasing, Warehouse Operations, Logistics, Accounting, Sales, and Customer Service to ensure alignment of supply chain activities and business priorities.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for material planning issues, driving timely resolution of supply, inventory, and customer fulfillment challenges.
• Partner with the Global Supply Chain Management team to align planning strategies, implement best practices, and support global initiatives.
• Lead and support cross-functional projects as a subject matter expert, providing planning expertise, process guidance, and execution support.
• Provide leadership and direction to the material planning team through coaching, mentoring, performance management, talent development, and succession planning.
• Develop and execute strategic initiatives that improve supply chain performance, customer satisfaction, operational efficiency, and overall business results.
• Other temporary or permanent assignments and changes in responsibilities related to material planning and supply chain management as assigned by management.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel and data reporting skills, including experience building inventory reports, dashboards, and analyses.
• SAP Super User / Key User strongly preferred (S/4 HANA).
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making abilities with a high level of attention to detail.
• Effective communication and leadership skills with the ability to work cross‑functionally with operations, warehouse, finance, and supply chain teams.

Leads a team.

Periodic Travel 0‑15 %.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain…