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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Production Planner, Global Manufacturer (2 Openings)

  • Nashville, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 2 days ago

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

Manufacturing Master Production Scheduler

  • Arlington, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Arlington, TN
  • 3 days ago

This role assembles the master schedule based upon the business, shipment, inventory, and production plans and serves as a primary point of contact for and liaison with Engineering, Supply Planning,...

Site Supply Chain Material Planner

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 4 days ago

Hungry for challenges? Join a group with innovation at its heart and contribute to the automotive revolution! OPmobility is a world-leading provider of innovative solutions for a unique, safer and...

Inventory Planner Analyst

  • Shelbyville, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Shelbyville, TN
  • 5 days ago

Overview: We’re looking for a data-driven Inventory Analyst to optimize our inventory levels, support purchasing strategies, and drive cost-effective supply chain improvements for a strong...

Supply Planner

  • Nashville, TN
  • 6 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 6 days ago

Essential Functions Utilize appropriate supply planning parameters, historical data, and systemic tools to optimize managed parts inventory levels, backorder parts, stockout rates, dead stock/slow moving...

Senior Material Planner

  • Gordonsville, TN
  • 7 days ago
  • Gordonsville, TN
  • 7 days ago

Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional...

Procurement Purchasing Analyst

  • Clinton, TN
  • 11 days ago
  • Clinton, TN
  • 11 days ago

planning, material procurement, inventory control, rate setting, outsourcing, vendor selection and retention, expediting, analyzing, and distribution May negotiate with third party providers Works...

Material and Production Planner

  • Athens, TN
  • 12 days ago
  • Athens, TN
  • 12 days ago

Monitors inventory in supply shop and orders needed items. Verifies supplies received to meet specific requirements of manufacturing to meet throughput, inventory and operating expense objectives....

Sr Materials Planner-PACS

  • Brentwood, TN
  • 13 days ago
  • Brentwood, TN
  • 13 days ago

Senior Materials Planner - PACS Who We Are: GEODIS specializes in unlocking business value in a complex world, ensuring seamless movement of goods worldwide....

Production Scheduler

  • Nashville, TN
  • 13 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 13 days ago

Production Scheduler. Standort: United States - Nashville Bereich: Shipping Organisation: Feintool Tennessee, Inc. Eintrittsdatum: asap. What you can expect. Leading precision manufacturing...

Senior Material Planner, Chemical Manufacturer

  • Nashville, TN
  • 16 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 16 days ago

Create purchase order, informing production planning of timelines....

Purchasing Analyst

  • Nashville, TN
  • 19 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 19 days ago

Blevins, Inc., a financially strong, privately owned wholesaler of building supplies, is searching for an experienced Analyst reporting to the VP of Purchasing in Nashville, TN. The Purchasing...

Senior Production Planner

  • Smyrna, TN
  • 20 days ago
  • Smyrna, TN
  • 20 days ago

Senior Production Planner – Automotive - Stamping and Assembly Location: Sothern California. | $100K – $130K Join a Growing Automotive & Consumer Products Manufacturer! Full benefits, 401k match,...

Production Planner I

  • Memphis, TN
  • 21 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 21 days ago

At Jabil we strive to make ANYTHING POSSIBLE and EVERYTHING BETTER. We are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, manufacturing, and supply...

Master Production Scheduler

  • Morristown, TN
  • 26 days ago
  • Morristown, TN
  • 26 days ago

Maintain accurate supply planning master data for short and long term supply planning....

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Materials Planner Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Certified Forecaster and Demand Planner (CFDP)
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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 - Certification Exam
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Salary for Materials Planner Jobs in Tennessee

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 Tennessee offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.2%
High School or GED
20.2%
Master's Degree
15.5%
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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