Materials Planner Jobs in Mahwah, NJ

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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External Manufacturing Global Supply Planner-Remote within the US Northeast

  • Tarrytown, NY (17 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Tarrytown, NY (17 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

We are excited to open an External Manufacturing Supply Planner to our team reporting to the Director of Global Supply Planning....

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Production Planner

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Provide strategic input to the Supply Planning organization for inventory strategies on existing items, new products, and product phase-outs....

Production Planner

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Evolving the data planning model program to capture demand needs of each channel in order to assist forecasting needs Provide input to the Supply Planning organization in developing inventory strategies...

Inventory Planner, B2B

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

About the Role As an Inventory Planner, you will support the B2B business across all WSI brands. You will partner with B2B sales and operations team to win project bids: analyzing inventory...

Temporary Inventory Planner

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

Position Overview The role is responsible for supporting the inventory planning needs of the Designer and Diamond Collections business. The focus will be on completing daily tasks needed to...

Allocation and Inventory Planner

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 14 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 14 days ago

Is this job for you? We are looking for a detail-oriented, dedicated and driven Allocation and Inventory Planner to join our fast-paced and passionate Allocation team. In this role, you will play...

Production Planner

  • Montclair, NJ (18 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 19 days ago
  • Montclair, NJ (18 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 19 days ago

Proficiency in ERP systems, Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP II), and Microsoft Office. Excellentanizational, problem-solving, andmunication skills....

Material Coordinator

  • Mahwah, NJ
  • 20 days ago
  • Mahwah, NJ
  • 20 days ago

Medical Manufacturing Warehouse Urgently Hiring for Warehouse Fulfillment Coordinator Located both in Mahwah, NJ Please apply and can interview and start within the same week! Location : Mahwah,...

Purchasing Analyst (New York)

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 26 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 26 days ago

Careers Our Teams Our Culture & Values More... Purchasing Analyst (New York) Purchasing Analyst (New York) United States, NY, New York Regular Key Job Details Location: United States, NY, New York...

Tactical Material Planner-Buye

  • Little Ferry, NJ (17 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Little Ferry, NJ (17 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

TACTICAL MATERIAL PLANNER-BUYE Job Description: Job Summary: Under the direction of the Material Planning Supervisor, the Associate Tactical Material Planner/Buyer is responsible for analysis, organization...

Supply Planner

  • Parsippany, NJ (19 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (19 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Leverage EPICOR ERP to manage supply planning activities, maintain clean and accurate master data, and optimize system planning parameters....

GUCCI Inventory Planner

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

Key Requirements Bachelor's degree, business, analytics, merchandising, or related field, MS, or MBA highly desirable; 1-2 years' experience in Demand Planning, Production Planning, Assortment Planning...

Production Scheduler (Clifton, NJ, US, 7012)

  • Clifton, NJ (13 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Clifton, NJ (13 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

planning, and more....

Production Planner Specialist

  • Rockaway, NJ (18 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Rockaway, NJ (18 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

Manages performance of direct reports which include the following roles: Air Production Planning Manager, Vacuum Process Technician(s), Vacuum Production Planning Specialist & MSD Supervisor, Procurement...

Materials Planner - Clif Bar

  • East Hanover, NJ (20 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • East Hanover, NJ (20 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

Ensure accuracy of data based on supply planning process....

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Materials Planner Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Materials Planner Jobs in Mahwah, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Materials Planners in Mahwah, NJ 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 Mahwah, NJ
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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