ESC has an existing direct hire opportunity for a Master Material Planner to join our Computer business team . In this role, you will oversee and optimize material planning processes for electronic components , ensuring the timely availability of materials to support production schedules and meet customer demand. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in supply chain management, strong analytical abilities, and a deep understanding of materials planning within the electronics or computer industry . This position offers a hybrid 1st shift schedule, Monday - Friday, based in Waukesha, WI .

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Material Planning and Scheduling:

• Develop and execute master production schedules (MPS) to align with customer demand and production capacity.
• Plan, monitor, and control material requirements using MRP/ERP systems to ensure on time availability.
• Analyze demand trends, material usage, and production schedules.

Inventory Strategy and Management:

• Develop and align inventory strategy with the products we sell and the turnaround time necessary for those products in the market.
• Ensure all products and their items are fulfilled according to inventory strategy.
• Optimize inventory levels to balance cost and availability while mitigating risks of obsolescence.
• Conduct regular analysis of inventory to manage slow-moving, obsolete, or excess stock efficiently.
• Ongoing communication to the business of inventory analysis and the state of the current strategy including what is working and what needs improvement.

Supplier Coordination:

• Collaborate with procurement teams to maintain strong supplier relationships and secure timely delivery of materials.
• Establish and share demand trends and forecast with suppliers to improve lead times.
• Monitor supplier performance and address issues impacting material availability.

Demand and Capacity Alignment:

• Collaborate with key stakeholders on driving our Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process.
• Identify and resolve constraints to ensure seamless production flow.

KPIs and Metrics:

• Define and continuously report on KPIs key to successful planning in the areas of orders, materials, and jobs.
• Establish how the KPIs are trending and use this information to focus continuous improvement efforts.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify opportunities to enhance material planning processes, reduce lead times, and improve supply chain efficiency.
• Implement best practices in materials management, leveraging advanced tools and techniques.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Act as a liaison between production, procurement, logistics, and other departments to resolve material-related issues.
• Participate in new product introduction (NPI) processes to ensure material readiness.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Associate's degree or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in materials planning or supply chain management within the electronics/computer industry.
• Proficiency in Infor Syteline APS ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong analytical skills with a data-driven approach to problem-solving.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a collaborative, team-oriented mindset to work effectively with teams and suppliers.
• Process- and detail-oriented with the ability to manage complex planning activities.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple priorities effectively.
• Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to problem resolution.

Preferred:

• APICS certification (e.g., CPIM or CSCP) is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies is a plus.