Materials Planner Jobs in Illinois

A Materials Planner in the logistics industry is responsible for ensuring the appropriate and timely supply of materials needed in the production process. They are tasked with forecasting material needs, inventory control, overseeing purchase orders, and coordinating with suppliers, among other duties. They play a crucial role in maintaining production schedules and minimizing downtime due to material shortages. A Materials Planner also needs to identify potential issues in the supply chain and develop contingency plans to avoid any disruptions. Accuracy, efficiency, and the ability to work under pressure are key to this role.

Important skills for a Materials Planner include excellent analytical abilities, strong organizational skills, and a keen understanding of supply chain management. Proficiency in database management and spreadsheet software is also essential. As for certifications, a Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) certification is beneficial. Prior roles that provide relevant experience for a Materials Planner might include Inventory Coordinator, Purchasing Agent, or Supply Chain Analyst.

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Production Planner

  • Loves Park, IL
  • 1 hour ago
  • Loves Park, IL
  • 1 hour ago

Essential Skills 3+ years of experience in manufacturing, production, or industrial settings. 3+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or production planning. 3+ years of experience using...

Prototype Material Planner

  • Normal, IL
  • 1 hour ago
  • Normal, IL
  • 1 hour ago

Prototype Material Planner Location: Normal, il Zip Code: 61761 Duration: 6 months Pay Rate: $36.51/hr....

Supply Planner - Hybrid - Vernon Hills, IL

  • Vernon Hills, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Vernon Hills, IL
  • 1 day ago

The planner develops and monitors a supply plan to best fill the unconstrained consensus demand plan....

Supply Chain Planner II

  • Bloomingdale, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Bloomingdale, IL
  • 1 day ago

Monitors Oracle's Supply Chain Management eBusiness Suite and Supply Planning module signals to establish proper replenishment and stocking quantities....

Supply Chain Planner, II

  • Lincolnshire, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Lincolnshire, IL
  • 3 days ago

plan including capacity, transportation, and order-management errors Monitor open purchase orders to ensure on time deliveries; partner with Order Management to resolve any admin/order error(s) Escalate...

Materials Planner Buyer - R-25412-6115

  • Orland Park, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Orland Park, IL
  • 3 days ago

Ensure material availability by reviewing and releasing planned orders daily from both min/max and supply plans....

Supply Chain Planner I

  • Hillside, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Hillside, IL
  • 4 days ago

The ideal Supply Chain Planner will have a strong understanding of information flow and product flow as well as a proven track record in customer satisfaction, inventory management and production planning...

Category Inventory Planner

  • Oak Brook, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Oak Brook, IL
  • 4 days ago

Manage Product Lifecycle Management activity and discontinued products as they enter/leave our business. Ensure a positive transition for customers and departments within the company....

Senior Supply Planner

  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 days ago

collaborating with various departments Effective communicator who thrives in a cross-functional, fast-moving environment If you're eager to build your supply planning experience with a collaborative...

Associate Supply Planner

  • Oak Park, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Oak Park, IL
  • 8 days ago

Associate Supply Planner Corporate Headquarters 12575 Uline Drive, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158 At Uline, were known for speed and reliability - and it all starts with smart planning. As an...

Materials Planning Specialist

  • Franklin Park, IL
  • 9 days ago
  • Franklin Park, IL
  • 9 days ago

Tracking should be completed, and actions taken if material is unavailable when needed based on detailed production plan....

Material Planner

  • University Park, IL
  • 9 days ago
  • University Park, IL
  • 9 days ago

Interact with demand and supply planning teams to understand changing demand (volume and mix) that may drive potential risk to suppliers and manage the outcome accordingly....

1st shift Direct Hire Production Planner

  • Romeoville, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • Romeoville, IL
  • 10 days ago

planning or manufacturing operations Strong organizational and communication skills Proficiency in data entry and inventory systems Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively Competencies...

Material Coordinator/Local Driver (Montgomery, Illinois, United States, 60538)

  • Montgomery, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • Montgomery, IL
  • 10 days ago

Work with Production Control to coordinate components for work orders that are released for staging, including reporting FCN (traceability) to Production Planning for work order creation using FIFO...

Senior Materials Planner

  • Deerfield, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • Deerfield, IL
  • 10 days ago

Materials Planner will interface with suppliers to place orders and ensure the timely delivery of products to our manufacturing sites and distribution centers....

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Materials Planner Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Functional Polymeric Materials
Learn the functional polymers, including chemistry, physics, and biology. Polymers, typically plastics and fibers, are leading materials providing useful and inexpensive items for modern living....
Certified Forecaster and Demand Planner (CFDP)
ISCEAs Certified Forecaster and Demand Planners (CFDP) are capable to develop demand plans that adapt to todays rapidly changing business environment while remaining aligned to the companys...
Self-Assembly for Functional Materials
Learn design and structures of functional materials formed via self-assembly. Self-assembly is an important and useful method for creating functional materials. This course deals with the...

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Salary for Materials Planner Jobs in Illinois

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireLogistics research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Materials Planners in Illinois offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.2%
High School or GED
20.2%
Master's Degree
15.6%
Associate's Degree
12.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.3%
Some College
2.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%
Some High School
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Materials Planners in Illinois
2-4 years
31.1%
1-2 years
23.3%
Less than 1 year
16.8%
6-8 years
9.7%
None
9.0%
10+ years
7.3%
8-10 years
1.8%
4-6 years
1.0%


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