Sr. Materials Planner
SkyWater is partnering with a mid-sized industrial manufacturer in the Northwest metro who’s looking to hire a Sr. Materials Planner for their growing team! Our client is an industry leader in their field and they’ve been investing heavily in their supply chain function. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of material strategy at both ends of the product lifecycle, partnering cross-functionally on new product launches and product sunset planning. We’re looking for a strategic, detail-oriented planning professional with a track record of managing inventory through both new product introduction and end-of-life. Our client is offering a competitive compensation package, excellent benefits, a hybrid work schedule, and the opportunity to grow your career as they continue to scale & invest in the supply chain function.
Responsibilities
- Partner cross-functionally with product development, sourcing, manufacturing, and finance teams to manage material planning at both product launch and end-of-life.
- Build and maintain a Plan for Every Part (PFEP), balancing forecast risk, service levels, and inventory exposure across functions.
- Conduct structured risk assessments to identify forecast accuracy risk tied to new product launches & design changes, and partner on mitigation strategies.
- Track new product development milestones and adjust material plans accordingly.
- Manage phase-out of parts and products approaching end-of-life, minimizing surplus & obsolete inventory while protecting service levels.
- Align purchasing and supplier activities to avoid stranded inventory during product transitions.
- Prepare and present findings, plans, and recommendations to cross-functional stakeholders & leadership.
Desired Skills and Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- APICS certification required.
- 3-5 years of experience in a planning or materials / inventory management role within an industrial manufacturing environment.
- Experience with Oracle or SAP ERP systems preferred.
- Strong analytical, project management, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Excellent communication skills (both written & verbal).
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