Materials Planner Jobs in Tennessee

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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Demand Planner, Supply Chain Planning

  • Franklin, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Franklin, TN
  • 4 days ago

planning process; Visualizing data using BI Tools, including Tableau; Planning supply chain using Kinaxis, Logility, or similar advanced forecasting software; Demand and Supply Planning using SAP;...

Strategic Material Planner

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 6 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 6 days ago

Join our Supply Planning team as Strategic Material Planner where you will be r esponsible to meet our business objectives for cost reductions while supporting our production plan and customer service...

Production Planner and Buyer

  • Memphis, TN
  • 7 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 7 days ago

Production Planner and Buyer Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds....

Production Planner, Global Manufacturer

  • Nashville, TN
  • 10 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 10 days ago

Manage demand exceptions with the Scheduler and Supply Planning Manager. Support the site with analysis as needed....

Demand Planner, Supply Chain Operations

  • Nashville, TN
  • 10 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 10 days ago

Demand Planner, Supply Chain OperationsDepartment: Global Supply Chain and LogisticsStatus:Regular Full-Time / ExemptLocation:International Headquarters - Nashville, TennesseePurpose and ScopeThe...

Materials Planner, Global Manufacturer

  • Nashville, TN
  • 11 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 11 days ago

Materials Planner, Global Manufacturer 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars Nashville, TN 37214 Hybrid work Date: Apr 16, 2025 Location: Nashville, TN, US, 37214 Company: AkzoNobel We've been pioneering a world of...

Production Planner, Chemical Manufacturing

  • Nashville, TN
  • 11 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 11 days ago

Manage demand exceptions with the Scheduler and Supply Planning Manager. Support the site with analysis as needed....

Inventory Planner

  • Memphis, TN
  • 15 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 15 days ago

If you have experience as a materials planner managing the supply chain of assigned product groups, ensuring inventory levels align with customer demand and company objectives we are looking for you...

Production Planner

  • Maryville, TN
  • 16 days ago
  • Maryville, TN
  • 16 days ago

Our solutions are a key part of most industries - electronics, medical research, renewable energy, food production, infrastructure and many more. Working with us means working with the latest...

Production Planner

  • Franklin, TN
  • 20 days ago
  • Franklin, TN
  • 20 days ago

In this role, you will be a leading practitioner of Saputo supply planning processes across product categories and supply networks....

Material Planner, Chemical Manufacturing

  • Nashville, TN
  • 24 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 24 days ago

Experience using SAP and Power BI for supply planning. Rewards and Benefits The salary range for these skills is $70,000.00 - $75,000.00....

Sr Supply Chain Planner

  • Nashville, TN
  • 45+ days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 45+ days ago

ABOUT THE ROLE The Sr Supply Chain Planner is responsible for planning and coordinating the HBE supply chain using the most efficient and effective means available. This can include supply &...

Materials Planner

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 30+ days ago

The Materials Planner works closely with manufacturing to understand capacity constraints and load the factory work centers to get product produced....

Production Scheduler

  • Union City, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Union City, TN
  • 30+ days ago

Production Scheduler Category: Exempt Location: Tennessee (Union City) Job Description The Production Scheduler is responsible for the overall coordination of all production control activities to...

Production Planner

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 90+ days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 90+ days ago

Why Us: Fillauer is a global leader in orthotic and prosthetic innovation that empowers clinicians and patients to achieve their best functional outcomes. With manufacturing and R&D locations in...

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Salary for Materials Planner Jobs in Tennessee

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Highest Education Level

Materials Planners in Tennessee offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.1%
High School or GED
20.3%
Master's Degree
15.4%
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 Tennessee
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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