Production Materials Planner
Job in
Fort Lawn, Chester County, South Carolina, 29714, USA
Listed on 2026-07-13
Listing for:
Synteen Technical Fabrics, a Maccaferri Company
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-13
Job specializations:
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Supply Chain/Logistics
Inventory Control & Analysis, Logistics Coordination, Procurement / Purchasing
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Benefits
- 401(k) matching
- Bonus based on performance
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Wellness resources
The Production & Materials Planner supports production planning, raw‑material readiness, demand translation, and inventory analytics. The role ensures accurate data flow, reliable material supply, and clear visibility into planning constraints. This position builds planning discipline, drives analytical rigor, and supports operational execution.
Key Responsibilities Production Planning Support- Translate forecasts and sales orders into production planning requirements.
- Prepare detailed daily/weekly planning schedules for review.
- Track variances and identify root causes for schedule disruptions.
- Support capacity modeling and future planning scenarios.
- Maintain material requirements plans (MRP) for all raw materials and purchased goods.
- Monitor material consumption, supplier lead times, and reorder triggers.
- Identify risks early and support Procurement to expedite or adjust orders.
- Validate BOM structures, yields, and scrap assumptions.
- Prepare inventory dashboards, KPIs, and analytical reports.
- Analyze slow‑moving, aged, and excess inventory trends.
- Support cycle count variance analysis and corrective actions.
- Provide data‑driven insights for inventory reduction initiatives.
- Maintain accurate planning parameters in the ERP system.
- Ensure correct inputs for lead times, lot sizes, and planning horizons.
- Improve data accuracy through audits and system optimization.
- Partner with Operations to clarify priorities and sequence planning.
- Support Quality with traceability data and material reporting.
- Collaborate with Engineering on BOM changes and production routings.
- Identify gaps in planning workflows and recommend improvements.
- Develop tools, trackers, and templates for more efficient planning processes.
- Participate in cross‑functional improvement projects.
- Bachelor’s in Supply Chain, Business Analytics, Operations, or similar.
- 2–5 years in planning, scheduling, or materials analysis.
- Strong analytical capability with advanced Excel/ERP experience.
- Communicate requirements across technical teams.
- SAP (ERP System) knowledge can be a plus.
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