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Materials Planning Manager jobs are open across manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, consumer goods, and electronics, from mid-level planner to senior and director, with specializations in demand planning, inventory optimization, and supply chain coordination. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Materials Inventory & Planning Team Lead
Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving two primary markets – passenger vehicle and commercial truck equipment – Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.
Job Purpose
To lead and coordinate the work of material handlers and clerks, ensuring timely delivery, proper storage, and accurate tracking of materials. The Material Team Lead serves as the frontline supervisor for the materials team, promoting safety, productivity, and continuous improvement in material flow and inventory accuracy.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Inventory
- Annual Physical Inventory (API)
- Leads the effort in planning, organizing, and facilitating the API
- Ensures the inventory accuracy meets the variance targets
- Ensures that the API is completed when expected and during allotted timeframe
- Cycle Counting
- Manages 3 hourly cycle counters and the cycle counting process
- Reviews ABC’s and ensure counts are done timely and accurately
- Investigates and makes inventory adjustments as needed within the authority level of the role.
- Ensure that the accuracy of the system through the supervision of the cycle counters and monitoring of the inventory levels.
- Inventory KPI’s
- Monitor Inventory KPI’s such as inventory value and DOH to ensure proper coverage to orders without exceeding inventory targets
Planning
- Manages the 3 salary planners for the Fort Wayne plant ensuring the proper flow of material into the plant to support production while still maintaining inventory targets
- Be the Liaison between the plant and the supplier
- Build standard operating instructions and procedures for planning activities, KPI’s, and reports.
- Analyze all incoming international and domestic material shipments and communicate root causes for delays.
- Analyze and adjust material requirements to firm orders with suppliers
- Trains planners on proper planning methods and tools taking advantage of best practices throughout Dana.
Inbound Receipt Reconciliation
- Oversee the receipt variances and reconciliations allowing for timely payment of invoices
- Develop system to ensure what is being received physically matches invoice
Education and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of applicable experience
- 7+ years of experience
Skills
- Lead, coach, and mentor a team of manufacturing personnel to ensure efficient production operations.
- Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production quality and reduce costs.
- Perform root cause analysis and resolve problems.
- Handle conflict resolution and perform problem-solving as necessary.
- MRP Experience is required – experience with SAP, Ariba, eMaint, AS/400 (Epicor) is preferred.
- Demand Planning methodologies
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel & PowerPoint).
- Knowledge of procurement activities.
- Must be able to work effectively with others.
- Ability to learn quickly and adapt.
- Must have effective communication and analytical skills.
- A minimum of two years’ experience in production/inventory control in manufacturing environment is preferred.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Unsolicited Resumes from Third-Party Recruiters
Please note that as per Dana policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters were engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that Dana will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.
Join our team of 28,000 problem solvers who are fostering a culture of innovation by leveraging the diverse perspectives of our global team. We believe in facing challenges head-on by finding opportunity and uncovering possibility, where roadblocks and barriers become targets instead of obstacles. We are One Dana with limitless opportunity.
Our Values
- Value Others
- Inspire Innovation
- Grow Responsibly
- Win Together
Materials Inventory & Planning Team Lead
Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving two primary markets – passenger vehicle and commercial truck equipment – Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.
Job Purpose
To lead and coordinate the work of material handlers and clerks, ensuring timely delivery, proper storage, and accurate tracking of materials. The Material Team Lead serves as the frontline supervisor for the materials team, promoting safety, productivity, and continuous improvement in material flow and inventory accuracy.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Inventory
- Annual Physical Inventory (API)
- Leads the effort in planning, organizing, and facilitating the API
- Ensures the inventory accuracy meets the variance targets
- Ensures that the API is completed when expected and during allotted timeframe
- Cycle Counting
- Manages 3 hourly cycle counters and the cycle counting process
- Reviews ABC’s and ensure counts are done timely and accurately
- Investigates and makes inventory adjustments as needed within the authority level of the role.
- Ensure that the accuracy of the system through the supervision of the cycle counters and monitoring of the inventory levels.
- Inventory KPI’s
- Monitor Inventory KPI’s such as inventory value and DOH to ensure proper coverage to orders without exceeding inventory targets
Planning
- Manages the 3 salary planners for the Fort Wayne plant ensuring the proper flow of material into the plant to support production while still maintaining inventory targets
- Be the Liaison between the plant and the supplier
- Build standard operating instructions and procedures for planning activities, KPI’s, and reports.
- Analyze all incoming international and domestic material shipments and communicate root causes for delays.
- Analyze and adjust material requirements to firm orders with suppliers
- Trains planners on proper planning methods and tools taking advantage of best practices throughout Dana.
Inbound Receipt Reconciliation
- Oversee the receipt variances and reconciliations allowing for timely payment of invoices
- Develop system to ensure what is being received physically matches invoice
Education and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of applicable experience
- 7+ years of experience
Skills
- Lead, coach, and mentor a team of manufacturing personnel to ensure efficient production operations.
- Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production quality and reduce costs.
- Perform root cause analysis and resolve problems.
- Handle conflict resolution and perform problem-solving as necessary.
- MRP Experience is required – experience with SAP, Ariba, eMaint, AS/400 (Epicor) is preferred.
- Demand Planning methodologies
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel & PowerPoint).
- Knowledge of procurement activities.
- Must be able to work effectively with others.
- Ability to learn quickly and adapt.
- Must have effective communication and analytical skills.
- A minimum of two years’ experience in production/inventory control in manufacturing environment is preferred.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Unsolicited Resumes from Third-Party Recruiters
Please note that as per Dana policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters were engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that Dana will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.
Join our team of 28,000 problem solvers who are fostering a culture of innovation by leveraging the diverse perspectives of our global team. We believe in facing challenges head-on by finding opportunity and uncovering possibility, where roadblocks and barriers become targets instead of obstacles. We are One Dana with limitless opportunity.
Our Values
- Value Others
- Inspire Innovation
- Grow Responsibly
- Win Together
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in materials planning manager jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, operations, industrial engineering, or a related field
- Hands-on experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms
- Proficiency in demand planning and inventory management methodologies like MRP and S&OP
- APICS CPIM or CSCP certification preferred or required by many employers
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and coordinate with procurement and production
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel, data reporting tools, or planning software
Tips for Your Materials Planning Manager Job Search
Quantify inventory and cost outcomes
Hiring managers want numbers, not duties. Replace phrases like 'managed inventory' with specific outcomes: reduced carrying costs, improved fill rates, or cut excess stock. Pull figures from performance reviews or system reports before you write a single bullet.
Highlight your ERP and planning tools
Materials planning roles almost always require hands-on experience with ERP systems like SAP or Oracle and planning tools like Kinaxis or Blue Yonder. Name the exact modules you've used, not just the platform, so your resume clears automated screening.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists materials planning manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by industry segment
Materials planning workflows differ sharply between discrete manufacturing and process industries. When you search, filter by sector and use your cover letter to show you understand that company's production model, whether it's make-to-order, make-to-stock, or mixed mode.
Prepare for scenario-based interviews
Interviewers frequently ask you to walk through how you'd handle a supplier disruption, a sudden demand spike, or a build-to-schedule conflict. Rehearse two or three real examples from your work history that show cross-functional decision-making, not just individual analysis.
Negotiate using total compensation context
Materials planning managers often receive shift differentials, plant performance bonuses, or relocation allowances that vary by site. Before your final conversation, ask which components are fixed and which are tied to plant metrics so you're negotiating the full package, not just base pay.
Materials Planning Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most materials planning managers?
The companies hiring the most materials planning managers right now include Vertiv, Carrier, and Amazon, with the largest share of openings in Texas, North Carolina, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Manufacturing-heavy states and regions with large automotive or aerospace clusters tend to concentrate the most postings.
How many materials planning manager jobs are remote?
About 43% of materials planning manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which is relatively low compared to other management roles. Demand planning and S&OP coordination positions are the most likely to offer remote flexibility, while roles tied directly to plant operations or warehouse oversight typically require on-site presence.
How do you become a materials planning manager?
Start with a degree in supply chain, operations, or industrial engineering, then build two to four years of hands-on experience as a planner, scheduler, or buyer. Earning an APICS CPIM or CSCP certification signals readiness for a manager role. From there, seek out cross-functional projects that involve leading small teams or coordinating between procurement, production, and logistics before applying for manager-level openings.
Can you get hired as a materials planning manager without direct management experience?
Yes, especially if you've led projects, trained junior planners, or served as a subject-matter expert on ERP implementations. Employers in growing manufacturers or companies replacing a retiring manager often promote strong senior planners. Frame your resume around decisions you owned, escalations you resolved, and any situation where you coordinated across departments without a formal management title.
What does the materials planning manager interview process look like?
Most processes run three to four stages. An initial screening call covers your background and system experience. A technical interview or case exercise tests your understanding of MRP logic, inventory trade-offs, or capacity planning. A panel interview with operations, procurement, and finance stakeholders assesses cross-functional fit. Some companies add a site visit or a take-home scenario involving a supply disruption or demand variability problem.
Where can I find and apply to materials planning manager jobs?
You can find and apply to materials planning manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your background and apply directly to each one that fits.
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