Materials Planner Jobs in Kentucky

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

  • Shelbyville, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Shelbyville, KY
  • 1 day ago

Production Planner-Onsite in Shelbyville, KY. Come make the world and accelerate your success It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with...

Production Planner

  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago

Minimum 3 years of production planning experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment....

Sr. Production Planner

  • Moorefield, KY
  • 3 days ago
  • Moorefield, KY
  • 3 days ago

Participate in inventory planning activities including, but not limited to, ownership and maintenance of supply planning models and/or ERP planning system....

Materials Coordinator

  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 18 days ago
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 18 days ago

Do you want to work at an organization that is people focused, service minded and results oriented, that offers their customers creative problem solving, progressive solutions, and improved...

Materials Coordinator

  • Louisville, KY
  • 19 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 19 days ago

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology...

Senior Supply Planning Coordinator Air & Water

  • Louisville, KY
  • 26 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 26 days ago

The Senior Supply Planning Coordinator plays a critical support role within the Supply Planning team, ensuring timely and accurate execution of supply chain processes that directly impact product availability...

Production Planner 4

  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 27 days ago
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 27 days ago

Production Planner 4#25-71590 $24.68-$26.58 per hour Bowling Green, KY All On-site Job Description Our Client, an Automotive company, is looking for a Production Planner for their Bowling Green,...

Production Planner / GEPICS Coordinator

  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 28 days ago
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 28 days ago

Production Planner / GEPICS Coordinator Job ID 131174 Job Type Contract Industry Automotive Location Bowling Green, Kentucky, United States Talascend is currently seeking a Production Planner /...

Production Planner

  • Louisville, KY
  • 29 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 29 days ago

Who we are: Turning Point Brands, Inc. (NYSE: TPB) is a leading manufacturer, marketer, and distributor of branded consumer products with active ingredients. We sell a wide range of products...

Production Planner

  • Florence, KY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Florence, KY
  • 30+ days ago

This role is responsible for translating the monthly production plan into actionable weekly and daily schedules for the Florence Plant....

Regional Supply Planner

  • Park City, KY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Park City, KY
  • 30+ days ago

Responsibilities What youll do: Lead monthly SIOP Supply Planning activities with plants for assigned global product lines Develop robust supply plans considering demand forecasts, lead times, and capacity...

Strategic Supply Planner

  • Lexington, KY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 30+ days ago

Tempur Sealy is committed to improving the sleep of more people, every night, all around the world. As a leading designer, manufacturer, distributor, and retailer of bedding products worldwide, we...

Production Planner/Scheduler

  • Bardstown, KY
  • 60+ days ago
  • Bardstown, KY
  • 60+ days ago

Participate and lead process improvements that deliver cost savings in production planning and inventory strategy: lead production planning functions to ensure inventory levels meet customer goals while...

Sumitomo Electric Group Careers - Production Control Planner

  • Scottsville, KY
  • 60+ days ago
  • Scottsville, KY
  • 60+ days ago

Production Control - Prepare production plans and shop orders projecting capacity requirements for assigned production areas....

Production Control Planner

  • Scottsville, KY
  • 60+ days ago
  • Scottsville, KY
  • 60+ days ago

Production Control Prepare production plans and shop orders projecting capacity requirements for assigned production areas....

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Salary for Materials Planner Jobs in Kentucky

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Materials Planner positions.



Highest Education Level

Materials Planners in Kentucky 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 Kentucky
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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