The Materials Planner will analyze and establish all material requirements for all forecasted demand. Execute, maintain, modify and track all orders and signals to direct material suppliers for manufacturing and/or distribution center direct materials. Analyze assigned supplier lead-times and identify critical path components for manufacturing and / or distribution centers. Establish and build relationships with assigned direct material suppliers.

Timpte will be celebrating 140 years in business and currently employs over 600 employees in 6 states across the Midwest. Timpte offers a competitive salary along with quarterly bonus for this position. Other popular benefits include personal time off, paid holidays, employee tuition reimbursement, 401k company match, medical, dental, and vision plans and much more. As a company that values our employees we offer company paid lunches for holidays, company picnic for our families to enjoy every year, holiday parties, and other events throughout the year.

Personal Attributes

• You are a highly motivated, result-oriented self-starter, and can deliver successful results with minimal guidance
• Ability to learn quickly, make an immediate impact, and provide value added service to our clients, customers, and vendors
• Flexibility and openness to work on a variety of assignments, industries, and roles
• High energy and enthusiasm, with a strong commitment to exceeding company expectations

Desired Skills, Knowledge, and Qualifications

• Must possess a bachelor’s degree or minimum of three years planning experience from a manufacturing facility
• Excellent communication skills in both verbal and written format.
• Must have working knowledge of MRP/ERP business software as well as Microsoft Office Programs; including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint and Teams.
• A strong analytical mindset and outstanding organizational skills.
• Knowledge of market trends, data analysis and purchasing best practices including maintaining confidentiality of privileged information.
• Periodic travel may be required