Material Planner

Nordex Group

Material Planner managing material procurement and flow to support clean power production. Collaborating with teams to ensure material availability and efficiency in operations.

Posted 7/25/2026full-timeWest Branch • Iowa • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Supply Chain Management and Logistics, with a strong focus on material procurement, inventory optimization, and supplier relationship management. Proficient in SAP MRP and Microsoft Office, with the ability to analyze data and communicate effectively across teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Supply Chain ManagementSAP MRP ProficiencyMaterial ProcurementAnalytical Problem-SolvingSupplier Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

Supply Chain FunctionsMaterial Flow ManagementInventory OptimizationLean Manufacturing KnowledgeContinuous Improvement

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationNegotiation AbilitiesCollaborative TeamworkAdaptability to ChangeReliability and Ownership

Tools & Technologies

SAPMicrosoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Industry Keywords

Material ProcurementLogistics ManagementSupplier Performance MonitoringProduction PlanningInternational Supply Chain

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan and execute material procurement based on production requirements, including timely release of purchase orders and schedule agreements in line with approved lead times
Use SAP, our Material Resource Planning (MRP) system, to track, forecast, and manage material flow, ensuring supply continuity while meeting inventory optimization goals
Monitor daily material operations, delivery schedules, and supplier commitments to proactively identify shortages, backorders, and supply risks; take corrective actions as needed
Manage supplier lead times, review forecasts from Global Sourcing for long ‑ lead components and maintain active supplier communication to ensure material availability
Coordinate and escalate material delivery issues appropriately, monitoring supplier performance and participating in defined operational forums
Maintain accurate planning and scheduling master data to support reliable production planning
Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, including Logistics, Engineering, Production, Quality, and Finance, to ensure timely material clearance and resolution of invoice or booking issues related to materials
Ensure raw material inventory levels align with defined targets while supporting uninterrupted production line operations
Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or GED required
Associates degree (preferred)
3+ years of experience in Supply Chain Management or Logistics Management
1 years of experience in an international Supply Chain position (preferred)
Strong knowledge of supply chain functions
Proficiency in Microsoft Office platforms (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel – medium to advanced level) and SAP MRP
Fluent written and spoken English; Spanish language skills are desirable
Responsible, structured, and independent work approach
High level of reliability, ownership, and ability to work collaboratively in a team
Ability to confidently handle changing challenges and quickly adapt to new situations
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement
Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
Flexibility to adapt to complex situations
Ability to make sound decisions, escalate issues appropriately and coordinate daily tasks effectively
Flexibility to work overtime and weekends
Ability to travel domestic and international locations to project sites and on business as required with the ability to obtain a passport.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid Time Off - Three (3) weeks accrued (120 hours)
Medical & Pharmacy Insurance with multiple options to best meet your needs
Health Savings Account (HSA) with Employer Contribution
Flex Spending Account (FSA)
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Short-Term / Long-Term Disability Insurance
Life and AD&D Insurance
401(k) with Employer Match
Student Debt Repayment
Tuition Reimbursement
Wellbeing, Family Planning, and Voluntary Benefits
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Parental Leave
Calm Subscription
Gym Membership Reimbursement
Accident Insurance
Legal Plans
Spot Pet Insurance
Auto and Home Insurance
And much more…