Job Description

Job Location Duneland - Portage, IN 46368 Salary Range $55,458.64 - $95,894.33 Salary

We are seeking a proactive Material Planning Analyst to coordinate material requirements and ensure inventory availability in alignment with production and maintenance needs. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with SAGE ERP, strong knowledge of MRP (Material Requirements Planning) processes, and direct involvement with MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) materials.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage material, packaging and MRO planning schedules in coordination with production, procurement, and maintenance teams.
• Utilize MRP tools within SAGE ERP to determine material requirements, generate purchase orders, and maintain accurate inventory levels.
• Analyze demand forecasts, inventory trends, and supplier lead times to optimize material availability and reduce excess stock.
• Maintain and improve MRP master data including item parameters (lead time, safety stock, reorder points, etc.).
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to support timely procurement and replenishment of MRO materials.
• Monitor and resolve discrepancies in material supply plans to prevent production disruptions.
• Prepare reports on material status, shortages, and usage trends to support supply chain decision-making.
• Participate in inventory cause analysis of variances.
• Identify and implement process improvements related to planning accuracy and inventory control.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 3 years of experience in material planning, supply chain, or inventory management roles.
• Proficient in SAGE ERP, including its MRP planning modules.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, etc.).
• Detail-oriented with excellent time management and communication skills.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and adapt to a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Ability to help lead projects related to material planning.

Preferred

Qualifications:

• APICS CPIM, CSCP, or other supply chain certification.
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with other ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) a plus.

Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with a pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:

• The compensation range that is described below is the possible base pay compensation that the company believes in good faith that it will pay for this role at the time of posting based on job grade for the position. Individual compensation within this range is based on many factors such as years of experience etc. so the company might pay more or less than the posted range and it is understood that this range may be modified in the future.
• In addition to base compensation, MonoSol provides a yearly incentive compensation bonus, a profit sharing bonus when eligible, a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurances, short term disability, long term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, term life insurance, voluntary term life insurance, transit flexible spending account (if applicable), employee assistance program, identity theft protection, 401k and paid time off (vacation and sick days).

Compensation range - $55,458.64 - $95,894.33

Incentive Compensation Bonus Target – 6%

Paid time off amount – 15 days

Closing

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by employees assigned to this position. This is not intended as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. MonoSol, LLC reserves the right to make changes to the job description whenever necessary.

Disclaimer

As part of MonoSol, LLC’s employment process, finalist candidates will be required to complete a physical drug/ alcohol test, and background check prior to employment commencing. MonoSol, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or marital status.

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