Materials Planner

Beacon Hill Associates is hiring for a Materials Planner / Buyer supporting a manufacturing and service operations environment.

Assignment Details

Hours: Standard business hours
Schedule: Hybrid (2 days onsite; must be able to work onsite full-time if business needs change)
Location: Southwest Atlanta area (local candidates only)
Equipment: Standard corporate equipment provided
Training: Onsite training provided

Position Summary

The Materials Planner / Buyer is responsible for the analysis, planning, and procurement of component parts needed to support service repair and manufacturing operations. This role focuses on forecasting, inventory management, supplier performance, purchase order administration, cost control, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure operational efficiency and continuity of supply.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

Administrative & Procurement Support

• Plan and procure materials based on forecasts, usage trends, and service schedules
• Create, review, and manage purchase orders
• Monitor delivery schedules, pricing, inventory levels, and part revisions
• Support weekly customer and operational meetings by providing purchase order updates and action items
• Prepare reports, charts, KPIs, and procurement-related documentation

Supplier & Vendor Management

• Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and purchasing terms
• Monitor supplier performance and delivery metrics
• Resolve supplier issues, discrepancies, payment concerns, and delivery delays
• Manage inbound logistics, receiving issues, and inventory-related concerns
• Partner with suppliers to improve performance and support continuous improvement initiatives

Inventory & Operations Support

• Maintain inventory levels in accordance with budget and operational requirements
• Analyze inventory discrepancies, obsolete materials, and scrap activity
• Support inventory accuracy and reporting efforts
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve operational challenges
• Provide backup support for other materials team members as needed

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Production or manufacturing experience required
• Strong procurement, purchasing, and materials planning experience
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required, including pivot tables, advanced formulas, and data analysis
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and procurement platforms
• Strong supplier management and negotiation skills
• Experience managing the full purchase order lifecycle
• Ability to analyze forecasts, inventory levels, and usage trends
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Associate degree preferred; equivalent experience will be considered
• Must reside in the Southwest Atlanta area

If you are a detail-oriented procurement professional with strong manufacturing experience and advanced Excel skills, apply with Beacon Hill Associates today.

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

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Company Profile:

Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.

Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.

Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com .

Benefits Information:

Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.

We look forward to working with you!

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