VIVOS Professional Services, LLC
Material Planner II
VIVOS Professional Services, LLC, Walkersville, Maryland, United States, 21793
Position:
Material Planner II (MRP Planner) Location:
Walkersville, MD Pay Rate:
$25.39/hr Schedule:
Hybrid
3 days onsite (MonWed), remote (ThuFri) Overview: The
Material Planner II
plays a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless flow of materials to support manufacturing operations. This position requires a proactive and analytical approach to
supply planning, coordination, and inventory management
within a fast-paced, regulated environment. Key Responsibilities: Operational Support Ensure daily material availability by executing and monitoring MRP results. Release purchase requisitions to buyers and coordinate with cross-functional teams to prevent production delays. Planning Oversight Maintain accurate
material master data
and
planning parameters
in
SAP ECC . Balance service levels, inventory targets, and demand fluctuations to support both short-term and long-term production goals. Process Improvement Identify opportunities to enhance planning accuracy and streamline communication between
Planning, Purchasing, and Quality
teams. Reduce waste through data-driven analysis and system optimization initiatives. Problem Resolution Investigate and resolve material shortages, capacity constraints, and exception messages. Escalate critical issues through tiered meeting structures as needed. Cost Management Drive efficient inventory utilization through
SMOG (Slow-moving, Obsolete, and Good) analysis , safety stock optimization, and reduction of scrap and obsolescence. Detailed Duties: Review daily MRP results and release purchase requisitions to buyers. Monitor and resolve exception messages in SAP ECC. Set up and maintain detailed material planning parameters in SAP ECC. Collaborate with
QA, Purchasing, and Operations
to expedite material availability. Track and update KPIs related to material performance and inventory levels. Execute material mobilization and write-off actions to maintain optimal inventory. Conduct discard (SMOG) analyses and implement corrective actions. Review and adjust safety stock and reorder points to maintain high service levels and minimize waste. Track and report on-time material availability, testing, and release for production. Create, review, and maintain
SOPs
and
work instructions . Participate in
Quality Management processes
including deviations, CAPAs, and change controls. Execute raw material expiration extensions and stock conversions. Support and execute cross-functional or continuous improvement projects as assigned. Provide backup support for
production planning
when required. Perform other related tasks as assigned. Qualifications: Education:
BS or MS in
Supply Chain Management
or related field. Experience:
510 years of experience in
material planning, MRP execution, or supply chain management , preferably in a
manufacturing or GMP-regulated
environment. Technical Skills: Proficiency in
SAP ECC
(Material Master, MRP, and Inventory modules). Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Ability to communicate effectively across functions and drive resolution.
Material Planner II (MRP Planner) Location:
Walkersville, MD Pay Rate:
$25.39/hr Schedule:
Hybrid
3 days onsite (MonWed), remote (ThuFri) Overview: The
Material Planner II
plays a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless flow of materials to support manufacturing operations. This position requires a proactive and analytical approach to
supply planning, coordination, and inventory management
within a fast-paced, regulated environment. Key Responsibilities: Operational Support Ensure daily material availability by executing and monitoring MRP results. Release purchase requisitions to buyers and coordinate with cross-functional teams to prevent production delays. Planning Oversight Maintain accurate
material master data
and
planning parameters
in
SAP ECC . Balance service levels, inventory targets, and demand fluctuations to support both short-term and long-term production goals. Process Improvement Identify opportunities to enhance planning accuracy and streamline communication between
Planning, Purchasing, and Quality
teams. Reduce waste through data-driven analysis and system optimization initiatives. Problem Resolution Investigate and resolve material shortages, capacity constraints, and exception messages. Escalate critical issues through tiered meeting structures as needed. Cost Management Drive efficient inventory utilization through
SMOG (Slow-moving, Obsolete, and Good) analysis , safety stock optimization, and reduction of scrap and obsolescence. Detailed Duties: Review daily MRP results and release purchase requisitions to buyers. Monitor and resolve exception messages in SAP ECC. Set up and maintain detailed material planning parameters in SAP ECC. Collaborate with
QA, Purchasing, and Operations
to expedite material availability. Track and update KPIs related to material performance and inventory levels. Execute material mobilization and write-off actions to maintain optimal inventory. Conduct discard (SMOG) analyses and implement corrective actions. Review and adjust safety stock and reorder points to maintain high service levels and minimize waste. Track and report on-time material availability, testing, and release for production. Create, review, and maintain
SOPs
and
work instructions . Participate in
Quality Management processes
including deviations, CAPAs, and change controls. Execute raw material expiration extensions and stock conversions. Support and execute cross-functional or continuous improvement projects as assigned. Provide backup support for
production planning
when required. Perform other related tasks as assigned. Qualifications: Education:
BS or MS in
Supply Chain Management
or related field. Experience:
510 years of experience in
material planning, MRP execution, or supply chain management , preferably in a
manufacturing or GMP-regulated
environment. Technical Skills: Proficiency in
SAP ECC
(Material Master, MRP, and Inventory modules). Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Ability to communicate effectively across functions and drive resolution.