Material Planner

The Material Planner is responsible for ensuring timely material availability to support production requirements while optimizing inventory levels and minimizing supply risks. This role acts as a key liaison between Production Planning, Procurement, Sourcing, Program Management, and Manufacturing Operations to ensure uninterrupted material flow and on-time customer deliveries.

Key responsibilities

• Analyze customer demand, forecasts, and production schedules to determine material requirements
• Execute MRP planning activities and generate material replenishment plans
• Monitor material supply status and ensure adequate inventory to support production needs
• Review and maintain planning parameters including allocation flag, safety stock, and reorder points
• Coordinate with Purchasing teams to ensure timely placement and execution of purchase orders
• Identify potential material shortages and proactively develop mitigation plans
• Drive escalation activities with GCM for critical material constraints
• Conduct regular shortage reviews and communicate risks, impacts, and recovery plans to stakeholders
• Evaluate material supply risks related to demand changes, allocation situations, and long lead-time components
• Monitor inventory health and ensure inventory levels are aligned with business targets

About you

• 3-5 years of experience in Material Planning, Supply Planning, Procurement, Inventory Management, or Supply Chain Operations
• Experience in electronics manufacturing, EMS, semiconductor, or high-volume manufacturing environments is preferred
• Hands-on experience with ERP/MRP systems such as SAP, Oracle, LN, BAAN, or equivalent
• Strong knowledge of Material Requirements Planning (MRP)
• Understanding inventory management principles and supply chain processes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and data analysis capabilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Strong communication skills
• Experience in shortage management

About us

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment.