Materials Planner

Bosch Group

$77K — $88K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 3-5 years of supply chain planning experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Strong experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP preferred)
  • Analytical mindset for translating data into actionable decisions
  • Advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting
  • Strong cross-functional communication and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

  • Own material planning and replenishment for on-time delivery and inventory balance
  • Maintain and optimize SAP planning parameters for system accuracy
  • Analyze demand and production schedules to identify risks and prevent shortages
  • Manage purchase orders and monitor system recommendations for supply continuity
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve supply chain issues
  • Lead supplier escalations and collaborate on improvement solutions
  • Track and improve key performance indicators such as service levels and inventory

Benefits

  • High visibility role working with multiple functions across the business
  • Opportunity to significantly influence delivery performance and inventory management
  • Exposure to new product launches and supply chain strategies
  • Focus on continuous improvement with the ability to impact processes
Full Job Description
Job Description

We are seeking a Materials Planner to manage end-to-end material planning and drive service, inventory, and operational performance in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role sits at the center of operations-partnering with production, procurement, and suppliers to ensure the right materials are available at the right time to meet customer demand.

You will play a key role in optimizing planning parameters, improving supply chain performance, and supporting new product introductions while driving continuous improvement across the planning process.

What You'll Do
  • Own material planning and replenishment to ensure on-time delivery while balancing inventory levels and production capacity
  • Maintain and optimize SAP planning parameters (e.g., safety stock, lead times, supplier data) to improve system accuracy and performance
  • Analyze demand, supply constraints, and production schedules to proactively identify risks and prevent shortages or excess
  • Manage purchase orders, monitor system recommendations, and follow through on changes to maintain supply continuity
  • Partner cross-functionally with production, procurement, sales, and suppliers to resolve supply chain issues and drive alignment
  • Lead supplier escalations and collaborate on solutions to improve delivery performance and responsiveness
  • Track and improve key KPIs such as service levels, inventory, and cost performance
  • Support new product launches, phase-ins/outs, and engineering changes while minimizing obsolescence risk
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives in planning processes and data accuracy

Why This Role
  • High-visibility role partnering with multiple functions across the business
  • Opportunity to drive real impact on delivery performance and inventory optimization
  • Exposure to new product launches and supply chain strategy
  • Continuous improvement focus with the ability to influence processes


Qualifications

What You Bring
  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 3-5 years of supply chain planning experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Strong experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP preferred)
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into actionable decisions
  • Advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting
  • Strong cross-functional communication and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment


Additional Information

The pay range for this position is $77,000-$88,000 per year, based on experience.

Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization unavailable.

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