Job Title: Materials Planner
Job Description

The role of the Materials Planner is to ensure that components and systems are available per order requirements. This position involves analyzing orders in SAP, generating purchase requisitions, and negotiating lead times to ensure timely availability of components and systems.

ResponsibilitiesAnalyze orders in SAP for purchased components and systems.Generate purchase requisitions in SAP and negotiate lead times to ensure components and systems are available when required for shipping or fabrication.Navigate SAP to run reports and monitor orders to ensure timely delivery of components.Monitor the status of orders and inform management and internal members of changes or updates when scheduling component delivery dates do not support customer timelines.Work with material suppliers to resolve issues related to delivery or quality.Follow up on all open orders to ensure proper parts are produced and delivered on time to the shop.Assist Buyer in developing and maintaining stock levels for high consumption components.Anticipate and provide input on potential issues with long lead times for critical components and suppliers.Essential SkillsProficiency in SAP.Strong Excel skills, including formula creation.At least 1 year of experience in material planning.Comfortable with calling suppliers to discuss lead times or order updates.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience in inventory management and purchasing.Work Environment

The role offers a hybrid work schedule, with the opportunity to work from home one day per week.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Columbus, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $32.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n
• Medical, dental & vision\n
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n
• Short and long-term disability\n
• Health Spending Account (HSA)\n
• Transportation benefits\n
• Employee Assistance Program\n
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Columbus,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 4, 2026.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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