Supply Chain Material Planner

Material Planner

Location: Virginia Beach, VA

Type: Direct Hire | Permanent

Partnering Company: Manpower Engineering

Manpower Engineering is proud to partner with a premier manufacturing company in Virginia Beach to recruit an experienced Material Planner
. This is a long‑term, direct-hire opportunity offering a company-funded pension
, relocation assistance
, and an exceptional benefits package with a highly reputable employer.

The Material Planner will be responsible for analyzing and executing material planning activities for assigned production areas or commodities. This role ensures appropriate inventory levels, supports efficient production flow, and escalates supply or production challenges as needed.

• Analyze, plan, release, adjust, and cancel material orders using SAP/MRP.
• Determine cost‑effective transportation methods that meet delivery requirements.
• Maintain optimal inventory levels to support production and spare‑parts demands.
• Apply ABC analysis to minimize excess and obsolete inventory.
• Conduct machine capacity planning and align production schedules with internal departments.
• Communicate with suppliers or work centers regarding material shortages, delays, quality issues, or demand fluctuations.
• Monitor production areas and suppliers against performance standards and recommend corrective actions.
• Review and report capacity requirements to identify potential production constraints.
• Maintain SAP master data, including lead times, firm zones, and tradeoff zones.
• Keep accurate records of order specifications, supplier performance, and historical activities.
• Coordinate inbound and outbound material flow among STIHL Group subsidiaries.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally to address nonconforming materials and prevent recurrence.
• Support implementation of engineering changes.

• Bachelor’s degree in:
• Supply Chain Management
• Business Administration
• International Business
• Economics
• Finance
• 3–5 years of related experience
• Preferred credentials:
  CPIM
  , CSCP
  , Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt

(Available after standard waiting period)

• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Weekly pay

If you're interested in joining a respected industry leader and expanding your career in material planning,
apply today . A recruiter will connect with you to discuss this excellent opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

Manpower Group is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of Manpower Group and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.