EMPWR is Growing – Join Our Team!​

We make healthy, delicious snack bars and are expanding fast. With over 1,300 employees across modern facilities, we focus on teamwork, safety, and growth.​

Be part of our journey to shape the future of healthy snacking in our state-of-the-art production facilities.​

Position Overview:

The Material Planner ensures that the required materials and supplies are available to meet production schedules while minimizing inventory costs. This role involves forecasting demand, coordinating with suppliers, and optimizing inventory levels to ensure efficient production processes.

Responsibilities:

Demand Forecasting

• Analyze production schedules, sales forecasts, and historical data to predict material requirements.

• Adjust forecasts based on market trends, seasonal variations, and changes in production plans.

Inventory Management

• Monitor and manage inventory levels to ensure adequate stock while minimizing excess and obsolete materials.

• Implement inventory control measures to optimize stock levels and reduce carrying costs.

Production Planning

• Collaborate with production teams to align material availability with production schedules.

• Address any material shortages or overages to avoid production delays.

Data Analysis and Reporting

• Analyze inventory data, production reports, and supplier performance metrics.

• Prepare reports on inventory status, material usage, and supplier performance for management review.

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Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve material planning processes and inventory management.

• Implement best practices to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.

Compliance and Documentation

• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.

• Maintain accurate records of material purchases, inventory levels, and supplier agreements.

• Education: Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.

• Experience: Previous experience in material planning, inventory management, or a related role is preferred. SAP or similar ERP experience required.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Proficiency in inventory management software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

· Continuous Learning and Development: Benefit from our training programs designed to help you grow your skills and advance in your career.

· Health and Wellness: Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, and vision) starting on your first day of employment.

· Paid Time Off: Enjoy 3-weeks paid time off (PTO) and 7 paid holidays, so you can rest and recharge, spend time with family, or pursue personal interests.

· Retirement Plans: Plan for the future with our 401(k) retirement plan options, including an automatic 3% company matching to help you save for retirement.

· Work-Life Balance: We understand the importance of balance. Our fixed work schedules make it so you know your time off, allowing you to plan fun activities.

· Modern, Safe Work Environment: Work in a facility that is modern, clean, with comfortable temperature and adheres to the highest standards of safety and quality.