What are the responsibilities and job description for the ERP-Driven Materials Planner (Manufacturing) position at Colson Group Holdings LLC?
Does this sound like you?
- You love turning ERP data into decisive purchasing actions.
- You thrive on aligning inventory, supplier commitments, and production schedules.
- You’re energized by negotiating better terms and preventing excess stock.
- You communicate clearly with both suppliers and production teams.
Role Snapshot — Jonesboro, AR
We’re looking for a detail-focused Buyer–Planner to power our manufacturing operations by synchronizing material flow with production needs.
What You’ll Do
- Develop purchasing plans that support build schedules and maintain healthy inventory levels.
- Partner with production to streamline processes and drive efficiency gains.
- Operate within an ERP system to manage inventory, track orders, and analyze buying patterns.
- Forecast demand and adjust strategies to minimize surplus inventory.
- Negotiate pricing and delivery timelines with suppliers.
- Evaluate supplier performance and resolve service or quality issues.
- Deliver reports detailing purchasing activity and inventory status to leadership.
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field.
- Proven success in production optimization and scheduling.
- Fluency with ERP platforms and supporting tools.
- Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and negotiation capability.
- Comfort working independently and within cross-functional teams.
- Meticulous attention to detail and strong organization.
Core Knowledge & Focus Areas
- Bachelor's Degree
- Production Optimization
- Design for Assembly (DFA)
- Scheduling Experience
Tech Stack
- ERP Software