Material Planner - Forsyth, MO

Job Description

• Issue and manage purchase orders (POs) daily for raw materials, packaging, and miscellaneous items.
• Ensure timely and accurate PO processing to prevent delays in production or vendor payments.
• Collaborate with the Logistics team to determine optimal transportation modes and manage freight costs.

• Manage inbound raw material categories and troubleshoot delivery delays to ensure seamless operations.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies and support vendor payment processes to ensure timely payments.
• Track and report supplier performance metrics, including key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Conduct regular inventory cycle counts and reconcile discrepancies.
• Monitor and update inventory records by analyzing stock status reports and coordinating timely disposition actions to ensure inventory accuracy.

• Monitor and manage the Inbound On-Time In-Full (OTIF) performance report, collaborating with other material planners to identify and document reasons for late or incomplete supplier deliveries.
• Partner with Strategic Buyers, local supply chain teams, and broader business units to ensure alignment on supply chain priorities.
• Collaborate with Strategic Procurement on raw material data attributes, including safety stock levels, lead times, and forecasts.
• Support new raw material setup and second-source initiatives, including documentation and system updates.

• Perform data entry and analysis related to inventory, cost savings, and supply chain metrics.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in ERP and MIS systems.
• Assist with routine administrative tasks, including filing, answering phones, and distributing materials.

• This position will also handle additional duties as needed to support an ongoing ERP implementation project. These may include, but aren’t limited to, assisting with inventory control, production planning, and other supply chain functions.
• Other duties as needed

• 1 – 3 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain roles with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field.
• 5-10 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain roles without a degree.
• Equivalent combinations of education and relevant experience will be considered.

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent organizational and communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems (experience with ADM MIS systems is a plus).
• Ability to work independently and manage a multifaceted workload in a fast-paced environment.

• This position requires the ability to work in a variety of conditions such as an office environment and indoors/outdoors, as well as physical demands such as standing, kneeling, and sitting for prolonged periods of time.
• Must be able to operate a computer and other relevant office equipment for prolonged periods. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  

• “We help each other thrive”:  
• Demonstrate Customer focus (internal and external as needed) 
• “We create the environment for diversity, equity and inclusion to strengthen us":  
• Demonstrate cross-functional collaboration skills 
• Ability to listen intently and make room for different points of view to influence decisions

• : $60,300.00 - $110,400.00
• Salaried Incentive Plan: The total compensation package for this position will also include annual bonus