Material Planner
Roles.
Offshore 24/7 helps manufacturers and industrial enterprises build dedicated supply chain planning teams. Hire experienced Material Planners to forecast demand, optimize inventory levels, and ensure uninterrupted manufacturing operations.
Our material planners integrate directly into your MRP and ERP systems—collaborating closely with Production, Procurement, Warehouse teams, and external suppliers to maintain reliable material availability and drive down stockout rates.
Trusted by Growing Businesses Worldwide
Ensure material availability & optimize inventory control
Essential Material Planner Skills
In manufacturing, stockouts and inventory bloat severely impact profitability and production timelines. Without precise material planning and proactive supplier coordination, supply chain disruptions can bring assembly lines to a halt.
Offshore 24/7 supplies highly analytical material planners who expertly forecast demand, manage replenishment cycles, optimize inventory levels, and ensure your production schedules remain uninterrupted.
Education & Training
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Manufacturing, or a related discipline is preferred.
- Strong written and verbal English communication for coordinating with production, procurement, suppliers, and cross-functional teams.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with strong attention to planning accuracy and inventory control.
- Commitment to ongoing learning in material planning, inventory management, ERP systems, and supply chain best practices.
Ideal Experience
- 2 to 5 years of experience in material planning, inventory planning, supply chain planning, or production planning.
- Experience planning material requirements, monitoring inventory levels, and supporting uninterrupted manufacturing operations.
- Familiarity with MRP, ERP systems, demand forecasting, inventory optimization, and supplier coordination.
- Experience supporting automotive, electronics, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, industrial, or consumer goods manufacturers.
Core Technical Skills
- Proficiency in material planning, material requirements planning (MRP), and inventory optimization.
- Strong knowledge of demand forecasting, replenishment planning, inventory analysis, and supplier coordination.
- Ability to forecast material demand, maintain inventory availability, resolve supply constraints, and support production schedules.
- Effective collaboration with Production Planning, Procurement, Warehouse teams, Suppliers, Manufacturing Operations, and Supply Chain teams.
Performance Metrics
- Business Outcome: Reliable material availability that supports uninterrupted production, optimized inventory, and on-time customer delivery.
- Operational KPIs: Material availability, inventory accuracy, stockout rate, inventory turnover, and planning forecast accuracy.
- Operational Excellence: Proactive material planning, efficient inventory management, timely replenishment, and continuous supply chain improvement.
Tech Stack Alignment
Key Tools & Platforms
Our material planners integrate directly into your enterprise manufacturing platforms, MRP systems, and analytical reporting tools.
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
Expert navigation of major manufacturing ERPs including SAP S/4HANA, Oracle NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics 365, and Infor LN.
Planning & Analysis
Proficiency running complex Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and demand forecasting using Microsoft Excel.
Reporting & Communication
Building visibility dashboards in Power BI and communicating smoothly with cross-functional teams via Microsoft 365.
Engagement Process
From brief to operational support in days
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Your Brief
Define your manufacturing environment, ERP platforms, supplier networks, and specific material forecasting requirements.
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Receive Shortlist
We shortlist 2–3 pre-vetted material planners matched to your supply chain complexities and software stack within 48 hours.
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Interview & Assess
Meet candidates, evaluate their MRP proficiency, analytical capabilities, and communication style before making a selection.
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Onboard & Go Live
We handle hardware, contracts, payroll, and NDAs so your new hire can immediately begin analyzing inventory levels and issuing supplier forecasts.
Answers
Frequently Asked Questions About Hiring Offshore Material Planners
What manufacturing sectors do your offshore material planners support?
Our planners support a wide range of industries including automotive, electronics, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, FMCG, and heavy industrial manufacturing operations.
What background and experience do candidates typically hold?
Candidates hold degrees in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or Operations Management, backed by 2 to 5 years of practical experience in material planning, demand forecasting, and inventory control.
Are candidates proficient in enterprise ERP and MRP software?
Yes. Hands-on experience with major ERP systems like SAP S/4HANA, Oracle NetSuite, and Microsoft Dynamics 365, alongside deep MRP functionality knowledge, is a core vetting requirement.
How do remote material planners coordinate with on-site production and procurement teams?
They work directly within your cloud-based ERP systems, utilizing tools like MS Teams and Zoom to participate in daily standups, S&OP meetings, and real-time collaboration with procurement and site supervisors.
How is proprietary supply chain and inventory data protected?
All personnel operate under strict non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) and within highly secure IT infrastructure designed to protect vendor pricing, inventory metrics, and proprietary manufacturing plans.
Transparent Pricing
All-inclusive rates. Expert supply chain planning without hiring complexity.
One predictable monthly rate covers compensation, payroll, HR, equipment, account management, and operational support infrastructure. No recruitment fees. No hidden setup costs.
