Material Planner

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Job Title: Material Planner

Location: Sidney, Ohio (onsite)

Imagine a company with technology leadership of over 160 years, yet it operates with the energy of a startup. Ingersoll Rand has dedicated itself to Making Life Better for its employees, customers, shareholders, and planet. We produce innovative and mission‑critical flow creation and life science technologies— from compressors to precision handling of liquids, gases, and powers— to increase industrial productivity, efficiency, and sustainability.

Supported by over 80+ brands, our products are used in various end‑markets including life sciences, food and beverage, clean energy, industrial manufacturing, infrastructure, and more. Across the globe, we’re driving growth with an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset.

Reporting to the Materials Manager, the Material Planner is responsible for the procurement of goods and/or raw materials, supports cost‑down initiatives, payment terms and supplier contracts, and ensures no delays to production.

• Responsible for all purchasing functions related to the procurement of goods and/or raw materials as assigned, including order placement and follow up.
• Negotiate lead times with vendors and resolve daily supplier issues.
• Expedite orders to ensure no delays to production, attend daily production shortage meetings.
• Review material quantities and dates required, determine accurate start and completion dates, and communicate any issues to management.
• Support and participate in business improvements including Lean and 5S activities as required.
• Plan and place material purchase orders to ensure material flow to the plant is in line with the customer demand/company plan (MPS/MRP), using schedules, consignment stock, Kanban, and other order systems as required.
• Investigate and approve Supplier Invoice Issues.
• Actively manage Supplier Delivery performance through KPI reviews with critical suppliers.
• Undertake any other duties as reasonably required within the scope of the role.

• High School Diploma with 7+ years of experience.
• 3+ years of experience in material planning, inventory management, purchasing, or a related position.
• 1+ year of supplier follow‑up and execution ownership.
• Basic Excel proficiency (not advanced formulas) for 1+ year.
• ERP experience: SAP or Oracle for 1+ year.

• Proven materials management and purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Track record of hitting inventory reduction targets and project implementation.
• Experience with scheduling, MRP, MPS and consignment stocking.
• Proactive approach and initiative in problem solving.
• Effective communication and diplomatic interface with all levels of the organization and external suppliers.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a small team.

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Knowledge of ERP systems such as Oracle or preferably SAP.
• Purchasing or Material Certifications and/or membership.
• Procurement experience for assembly manufacturing or distribution.

• Full‑time, Onsite.

The pay range for this role is $64,000–$78,000.

Health care options including medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans; wellness programs; life insurance; a robust 401(k) plan; paid time off; and employee stock grant. Additional benefits are available based on position and location.