Raw Material Planner

Location

This position is based in our Portsmouth, NH office. The typical work schedule is Monday through Friday during regular business hours.

Benefits

Below you will find a comprehensive summary of the benefits package we offer:

• Performance-related bonus.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• 401(k) matching plan.
• Life insurance, as well as short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Compensation for this role will be determined by the candidate's qualifications, skills, experience, and relevant knowledge.

What will you do

• As a Materials Planner, you will ensure the timely planning, procurement, and availability of materials required to support production schedules while maintaining optimal inventory levels and supplier performance.
• Convert planned orders into material plans and manage material requirements to support manufacturing schedules.
• Partner with Supply Planners and Schedulers to maintain accurate and responsive material plans.
• Create and maintain material planning parameters within SAP and related planning systems.
• Convert purchase requisitions into purchase orders to support production requirements.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and vendors to expedite material availability and resolve supply issues.
• Manage material-related KPIs and reporting to ensure supply chain performance and inventory visibility.
• Support forecasting activities for non-BOM materials and consumable inventory requirements.
• Collaborate with planning and operations teams to establish inventory targets and safety stock levels.
• Monitor and facilitate on-time material availability, including support for testing and release timelines.
• Maintain accurate material, vendor, and purchasing data within SAP.
• Manage supplier performance and resolve delivery, quality, pricing, and compliance issues.
• Process vendor returns, replacements, and material discrepancy investigations as needed.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance supply chain efficiency and material availability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and support additional departmental responsibilities as needed.

What we are looking for

• High school diploma required; Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or a related field preferred.
• Previous experience in materials planning, purchasing, procurement, supply chain, manufacturing, or inventory management preferred.
• Working knowledge of SAP ERP systems and Material Requirements Planning (MRP) processes.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, develop metrics, and identify root causes of supply chain issues.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience utilizing business intelligence and reporting tools to support operational decision-making.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple functions.
• Experience managing supplier relationships and resolving material availability challenges.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of inventory management principles, purchasing processes, and supply planning concepts.
• Knowledge of GMP-regulated manufacturing environments preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to continuous improvement.