What are the responsibilities and job description for the Materials Planner position at Insight Global?
We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Materials Planner to support construction and maintenance projects within the electric utility transmission and substation environment. This role serves as a key liaison between operations teams, supply chain, and vendors to ensure critical materials are available when and where they are needed.
The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, thrives in a team environment, and can independently manage priorities while helping resolve material-related challenges that could impact project schedules.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate and track materials required for transmission and substation construction and maintenance projects
- Serve as the primary point of contact for material-related issues within an assigned geographic area
- Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Project Teams, and vendors to support material acquisition and delivery
- Identify and resolve material constraints that could impact project execution timelines
- Monitor inventory, material availability, and delivery schedules
- Support planning and execution activities to ensure projects remain on schedule
- Conduct periodic site visits to support field operations and material coordination efforts
- Maintain accurate records and reporting using company systems and tools
Required Qualifications
- 5 years of Supply Chain Planner or Supply Chain Coordinator experience
- Maximo ERP System experience
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams
- Experience coordinating, tracking, or managing materials, inventory, logistics, or supply chain activities
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
- Valid driver's license and access to a personal vehicle for occasional site visits
Preferred Qualifications
- Utility, power delivery, transmission, or substation industry experience
- Knowledge of material procurement, acquisition, and delivery processes
- Understanding of supply chain operations within a utility environment
- Experience using Maximo or similar asset/work management systems
Salary : $34 - $38